Yesterday, our Asking You! team went to @involvingyou.bsky.social and @westyorkshireca.bsky.social's consultation on designing new buses for #Leeds! It was at Roscoe Methodist Church in Chapeltown and we gave feedback on making buses more accessible for adults with #LearningDisabilities.

🌿 Roots & Recipes Do you have a favourite traditional recipe and a story behind it? Together, we’ll create a community cookbook celebrating culture, connection and community. 🍲 Submit your recipe or express your interest in a session: forms.office.com/e/9u8VqnRd3g

🌟 Yesterday we had a fantastic time celebrating International Day of Older People alongside our friends at Leeds Black Elders Association. It was a wonderful celebration of the wisdom, strength and contributions of older people in our communities. #InternationalDayOfOlderPeople #Leeds #IDOPLDS

🌟 September Events with Leeds Involving People 🌟 There’s something for everyone, and all events are free to attend. Come along, share your experiences, and help shape services in Leeds. 👉 Book your place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/leeds-invo... ✨ Check the poster for all dates and details.

🌟 International Day of Older People 🌟 Everyone is welcome – free to attend, please book your place. 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1666713257... #IDOPLDS

📷 A huge thank you to Woodhouse Community Centre Community Centre for allowing us to use one of their spaces to host our West Yorkshire Transport Plan gathering! 📷📷 Here’s to more meaningful conversations and collaborative planning ahead!

🚍 Have your say! Together We Can are hosting a WYCA focus group on West Yorkshire’s new Local Transport Plan. Join us 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1405730400...

Looking after our mental health is just as important as physical health. Together, we can make support more accessible for everyone. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MentalHealthWednesday #WellbeingForAll #LeedsCommunity

Your voice matters. Join our networks, share your experiences, and help shape the services that affect us all. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #TakePartTuesday #LivedExperience #LeedsCommunity

In the face of challenges we see around us today, it’s easy to feel worn down. But change only happens when people keep going, keep speaking, & keep standing together. On #NeverGiveUpDay, we recognise the strength of our communities in Leeds. Your voice matters. Together, we move forward.

A small step forward is still progress. Let’s keep building a more inclusive Leeds, one action at a time. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MondayMotivation #LeedsCommunity #InclusionMatters

In our busy lives, taking time to rest isn’t a luxury — it’s essential. Whether it’s a quiet walk, reading a book, or simply doing nothing, giving yourself space to relax supports mental and physical health. Let’s all take a moment today to slow down, breathe, and recharge. #NationalRelaxationDay

Your feedback shapes our work. Whether it’s a small idea or a big change, your voice matters. Let’s build a Leeds that works for everyone. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #FeedbackFriday #LeedsVoices #YourVoiceCounts #InclusionMatters

Today marks Pakistan’s independence in 1947 — a time to celebrate culture, heritage, & the contributions of Pakistani communities here in Leeds & beyond. Our city is richer because of its diversity, each culture shapes the Leeds we share. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #PakistaniIndependenceDay

Inclusion doesn’t just happen — it’s built when we listen to real experiences and act on what people tell us. What changes would make Leeds better for you? forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #ThursdayThoughts #InclusionMatters #LeedsVoices #CommunityChange

We had a great time at Hamara Healthy Living Centre's Community Day today — meeting people, sharing what we do, and celebrating community together. Events like this are a brilliant reminder of the strength, diversity, and warmth we have here in Leeds. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #LeedsCommunity

Obon is a Buddhist tradition, mainly observed in Japan, that honours the spirits of loved ones who have passed. As a city of many cultures, Leeds is enriched by the traditions and beliefs that help communities remember and connect. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #Obon #LeedsCommunity

Mental health is everyone’s business. Together, we can create services that listen, understand, and truly help. Let’s make Leeds a city where no one feels alone. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MentalHealthWednesday #LeedsVoices #InclusionMatters #WellbeingForAll

Want to influence local decisions? Join our network and take part in shaping services that work for everyone. Your lived experience can make a difference. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #TakePartTuesday #LeedsCommunity #HaveYourSay #LeedsVoices

Your voice has the power to shape services in Leeds. Every story, idea, and piece of feedback helps build a fairer, more inclusive city. Let’s make change together. forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MondayMotivation #LeedsVoices #InclusionMatters #YourVoiceCounts

We don’t just gather feedback — we act on it. Lived experience helps highlight what works, what doesn’t, and what needs to change. If you’ve taken part in our events or networks, we’d love to hear from you. 📝 Get involved: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #FeedbackFriday #ListeningInAction

What would make you feel more listened to when using a health or care service? It’s a simple question — but the answers help shape what we do. 📝 Share your experience: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #ThursdayThoughts #InclusiveServices #YourVoiceMatters

Worried about going to your GP? We’re running our free Seeking Support From Your GP Zoom workshops again. Come along to find out what you’re able to ask your GP for. The next 2 hour workshop is on 14th August. Sign up at: form.typeform.com/to/n47vyAzR #workshop #TransHealth #Transgender #Trans

Today marks Jamaica’s independence — a time to celebrate resilience, culture, and the contributions of Jamaican communities here in Leeds and around the world. Happy Independence Day to everyone celebrating! #JamaicanIndependenceDay #LeedsVoices #CommunityMatters

Every child has the right to play — but not all children have the same access to safe, inclusive, welcoming spaces. This #Playday2025, we’re backing the call for better spaces for play. Let’s build communities where play is expected, protected, and respected — every day. #SpacesForPlay

Mental health isn’t just a personal issue — it’s shaped by our environment, experiences, and how services respond. We work to make sure those responses are informed by real life. Want to help shape a more understanding system? 📝 Join us: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MentalHealthWednesday

Your voice has power. Whether you've used a service, supported someone else, or just want to see fairer systems, we want to hear from you. There are lots of ways to get involved — and every bit counts. 📝 Sign up: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #TakePartTuesday #CommunityLedChange #LivedExperience

Positive change doesn’t just happen in boardrooms — it starts in communities. At Leeds Involving People, we support people to use their own experiences to make local services work better for everyone. 📝 Be part of the conversation: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MondayMotivation #LeedsVoices

Today we celebrate Yorkshire — not just for its landscapes and history, but for the people who make it what it is. Yorkshire is proudly diverse. Every culture, language, and tradition adds to the strength of our region. Here’s to a Yorkshire where every voice counts. #YorkshireDay #LeedsVoices

If you’ve been involved in any of our events or networks, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us grow, improve, and do better for the communities we work with. 📝 Join our network or get in touch: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #FeedbackFriday #ListeningInAction #LeedsInvolvingPeople

As Disability Pride Month comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the power of lived experience to shape better, fairer services. Disability isn’t something to be hidden or fixed — it’s part of who people are. Pride means visibility, voice, and value. #DisabilityPrideMonth #LivedExperience

What makes a service feel welcoming? Whether it’s good communication, cultural understanding, or just being listened to — your voice can help shape the answers. 📝 Share your thoughts: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #ThursdayThoughts #InclusiveServices #LivedExperience

Mental health support should reflect real life – and that starts with hearing from the people who’ve lived it. We’re working to make services more accessible, more responsive, and more human. 📝 Get involved: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MentalHealthWednesday #LeedsInvolvingPeople

Nag Panchami is a traditional Hindu festival that honours serpent deities and the connection between humans, nature, and protection. At Leeds Involving People, we recognise and value the rich cultural practices that make our city vibrant and inclusive. #NagPanchami #InclusionMatters #LeedsVoices

Want to influence how health and care services are delivered in Leeds? There are many ways to get involved – share your experience, attend events, or join a forum. 📝 Sign up here: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #TakePartTuesday #LivedExperience #CommunityLed

Real change starts with listening. At Leeds Involving People, we believe lived experience should shape services from the ground up. Want to be part of that change? 📝 Join us: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MondayMotivation #LeedsVoices #PeopleFirst

📣 You're invited to our next Together We Can meeting! 🗓 Monday 28th July 2025 🕐 1pm – 3pm 📍 Online via Zoom 🔗 Send us an email on [email protected] if you would like the Zoom link. We’d love to see you there! #TogetherWeCan #MentalHealthMatters #HaveYourSay

Have you attended a Leeds Involving People event or shared feedback? We’d love to know what helped—and what could improve. Your input guides our future work. 📝 Sign up and let us know: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #FeedbackFriday #ListeningInAction #LeedsVoices

🌿 Samaritans Awareness Day – 24 July Today we’re recognising the vital work of Samaritans, who offer a safe space if struggling to cope. 📞 Call 116 123 – free, 24/7 💬 Visit: www.samaritans.org Let’s keep the conversation going — talking does help. #SamaritansAwarenessDay #MentalHealthSupport

How would services change if they started by asking: “What do you need?” That’s the kind of person‑centred thinking we’re working towards. 📝 Share your thoughts with us: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #ThursdayThoughts #PeopleFirst #LivedExperienceMatters

Wednesday is with us again, so grab your family and friends and drag them out to buy a book! - Michael

Taking care of our mental health doesn’t have to mean big changes — sometimes it’s about small steps, honest conversations. Your experiences matter — and they can lead to change. 📝 Get involved: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MentalHealthWednesday #LivedExperience #LeedsInvolvingPeople

🧠 World Brain Day – 22 July A reminder that mental and physical health start with a healthy brain. 📝 Want to help shape services that support mental wellbeing across Leeds? Join us: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #WorldBrainDay #BrainHealth #MentalWellbeing #LivedExperience #PeopleFirst

Want to make a difference in health and social care? From attending meetings to sharing your experience, there are many ways to get involved. Leeds Involving People is open to anyone with a passion for change. 📝 Join us: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #TakePartTuesday #LeedsInvolvingPeople

🌍 World Day for International Justice – 17 July Justice means more than courts — it means fair treatment, accountability, and systems that work for everyone. 📝 Join our network: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #InternationalJusticeDay #LivedExperience #InclusionMatters #PeopleFirst

What if every service started by asking: What do you need, and how can we help? That’s the kind of thinking we’re working towards — one voice at a time. 📝 Share yours: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #ThursdayThoughts #LivedExperience #InclusiveServices

🎭 International Drag Day Today we celebrate drag as creativity, courage, and community. At Leeds Involving People, we’re proud to stand with those using art to create change. 📝 Join our inclusive network: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #InternationalDragDay #InclusionMatters #LGBTQVoices

🛠️ World Youth Skills Day – 15 July Yesterday was World Youth Skills Day – a chance to recognise the power of young people and the importance of access to training, support, and real opportunities. 📝 Join our network: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #WorldYouthSkillsDay #YouthVoices #LivedExperience

Mental health support works best when it’s shaped by those who’ve needed it. We centre lived experience in all we do — because real insight comes from real life. 📝 Join us: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS #MentalHealthWednesday #SupportNotStigma #PeopleFirst

Want to make services in Leeds fairer, more accessible, and more inclusive? Join Together We Can. Your voice can make a real difference. 📅 Next meeting: Mon 28 July 2025 📝 Sign up: forms.office.com/e/N2V1mWSCXS 🎟️ Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1405729738... #TakePartTuesday #TogetherWeCan