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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 10h

We stand with communities across Scotland calling for urgent action to end poverty. Fair wages, affordable homes, strong public services, and a compassionate social security system — this is the future we believe in.

Learn more: https://scotland-demands-better.com

#WeDemandBetter

Black and white text, highlighted by red blocks. Text reads: We Support Scotland Demands Better. Change happens when we step up and demand it. The march for all of us – Edinburgh – 25 Oct. Scotland-Demands-Better.com

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New Economy Brief @neweconomybrief.bsky.social · 1d

The UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are at risk, with an annual $4.2tn gap between funds committed & what's needed to achieve them.

This week we cover discussions about the SDGs at last month's UN General Assembly & look ahead to COP30. neweconomybrief.net/the-digest/f...

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 2d

We’re looking for an ambitious and proactive Supporter Engagement & Legacy Manager to join us - a fundraiser ready for a challenge!

Salary: £45,981
Hybrid, Farringdon and homeworking
Closing date: 29/10/2025

Find out more about joining our team via the link in our profile, Jobs at Turn2us 👆

Text reads: We are hiring a...Supporter Engagement & Legacy Manager. Help our growing charity achieve more for the millions of people facing financial hardship across the UK.

“Since joining Turn2us, I’ve felt welcomed and supported to grow in my role. Our team is collaborative and creative, and I’ve particularly valued the encouragement and guidance I’ve received. t’s rewarding to know the work we do directly helps people experiencing financial insecurity, and there’s a real sense of purpose and compassion across the organisation.” Amber, Supporter Engagement Officer

Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 7d

Fantastic! Thank you so much 🧡

Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 7d

Thank you for taking the time to invite your MP. Together we can make a difference 🧡

Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 15d

Monday at conference was a success! It was great to hear
@andyburnham.bsky.social talk about the importance of dignity, respect and consistency in employment support. Whilst
@amnestyuk.bsky.social ran a fantastic session on the right to social security and telling a positive narrative #Lab25

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Lucy Bannister @lucybannister.bsky.social · 17d

Packed event at Labour Party Conference, where we put our findings on the impact of stigma to the Minister for Social Security & Disability.

Dehumanising processes are creating a culture of fear. If the government wants more effective employment support, they need to first rebuild trust in DWP.

Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 17d

Last night along with @thefabians.bsky.social we hosted our panel event on stigma.

It was great to hear the Minister, and so many of the audience questions emphasise that humanising the system is critical to any reform. Too often people are met with suspicion and control instead of support. #Lab25

Four panelists seated on a stage with microphones, participating in a live discussion during our event, with audience members visible.

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 17d

Last night along with @thefabians.bsky.social we hosted our panel event on stigma.

It was great to hear the Minister, and so many of the audience questions emphasise that humanising the system is critical to any reform. Too often people are met with suspicion and control instead of support. #Lab25

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 18d

I’m Sam the Policy & PA officer at Turn2us and I’ll be doing a takeover of our BlueSky account for #Lab25

We’re excited to be heading to Liverpool. Join us later today for our panel event with @thefabians.bsky.social

7PM at The Bluecoat: fabians.org.uk/social-insec...

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Lucy Bannister @lucybannister.bsky.social · 20d

This week @turn2us.org.uk released new research with Uni of Bristol, demonstrating how stigma towards claimants has broken our social security system.

Alex's story brings to life how damaging and nonsensical it is to treat people with such suspicion and contempt. This isn't working.

‘The benefits system is set up to make you fail – it’s devastating’

More than half of all benefit claimants (51 per cent) say that claiming has damaged their mental health, research from welfare charity Turn2Us reveals

www.independent.co.uk

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 20d

This Sunday at the Labour Party Conference, we will put our latest research findings and recommendations to Stephen Timms, the Minister for Social Security and Disability.

Join us for a discussion with our panelists Professor Sara Davies, Katherine Sangster and @thomasjlawson.bsky.social

Fabian Society @thefabians.bsky.social · Sep 1

Social Insecurity: How to Restore Trust in the System

Sunday 28 | 19.00 | Bluecoat | @turn2us.org.uk

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 22d

Turn2us will be at the Labour Party Conference with the @thefabians.bsky.social, where we will put these findings to the Minister for Social Security and Disability, Stephen Timms.
 
Join us on the day at Bluecoats at 7pm, Sunday 28th Sept: fabians.org.uk/social-insec...

Social Insecurity | Fabian Society

Fabian Society

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 22d

It lays bare the urgent need for reform built on dignity, fairness, and trust. As the #TimmsReview begins and the government's welfare reforms continue, our solutions will demonstrate how the government can deliver a more efficient, effective and compassionate system.

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 22d

However, currently 68% of people claiming social security feel ashamed of seeking support and nearly half of claimants say the system makes them feel undeserving of support.

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 22d

Our social security system is a vital public service, that helps us stay afloat when life changes. But right now, people are being treated with suspicion and contempt when they try to access support.

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · 22d

We have today published new research with the @bristoluni.bsky.social which demonstrates the extent to which stigma has been embedded into the design of our social security system: bit.ly/47XWX5e

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Lucy Bannister @lucybannister.bsky.social · 28d

A few days left to apply for our new Social Change Manager role at @turn2us.org.uk - driving forward our systemic change ambition to reduce the stigma associated with needing financial support.

If you're an inspiring, action-focused changemaker - please apply!
www.turn2us.org.uk/about-us/job...

Social Change Manager

Join Turn2us as a Social Change Manager

www.turn2us.org.uk

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Fabian Society @thefabians.bsky.social · Sep 1

Social Insecurity: How to Restore Trust in the System

Sunday 28 | 19.00 | Bluecoat | @turn2us.org.uk

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · Sep 1

If you, or someone you know, are struggling to afford your back to school costs, check out our guide. We cover school uniform help, free school meals, transport and childcare costs. You can also find out more about grants and support schemes available: www.turn2us.org.uk/get-support/...

Back to School financial support

Find out about school uniform help, free school meals, transport costs and childcare costs if you have school-aged children.

www.turn2us.org.uk

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · Sep 1

No child should have to choose to miss out on their education because of family income. We must stop punishing children and instead set them up to thrive. Scraping the two-child limit would be the single most effective step to cut child poverty.

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · Sep 1

Pupils in England from low-income families are being priced out of costlier GCSEs. Nearly 1 in 4 children on free school meals say costs like trips or equipment stopped them taking certain subjects, compared to just 9% of other pupils (Survation/CPAG).

Read more: www.theguardian.com/education/20...

Pupils in England from low-income families ‘bounced out’ of costlier GCSEs

Survey says children avoiding subjects such as geography and languages because of fears about extra costs

www.theguardian.com

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · Aug 20

Along with the anti-poverty charity, @z2ktrust.bsky.social, we’ve led on an open letter to the Minister for Social Security and Disability, Sir Stephen Timms. We're asking him to take some key steps to make sure that involvement is genuine.

Read the full letter: www.turn2us.org.uk/timms-letter

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This autumn, the government is launching the Timms Review.

We're pleased to see that they've promised to involve disabled people and those who have experience using the social security system in this review of the PIP Assessment.

But we're asking Sir Stephen Timms to take some key steps to make sure that involvement is genuine and not just token.

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · Jul 24

Lisa’s situation highlights how inadequate our social security support already is for support with the additional cost of disability, especially so if you are out of work because of poor health.

Read more: inews.co.uk/inews-lifest...

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Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · Jul 24

📣Recommended reading

This report sets out policy proposals for how the Government could effectively incentivise and support businesses to hire and retain disabled people.

We back these recommendations, particularly reforming Access to Work to be more flexible.

Resolution Foundation @resfoundation.bsky.social · Jul 24

📣 New Resolution Foundation analysis 📣

With the incidence of disability likely to continue increasing as the country ages and ails, growing employment among disabled people will be vital to meeting Government employment targets.

Read 'Opening doors' here ⤵️ buff.ly/d9KvJpj

Professor Ben Baumberg Geiger, a Research Associate at the Resolution Foundation, said:

“The Government has, rightly, set an ambitious target of 80 per cent employment. But it will fail to get anywhere close to this unless it tackles the huge employment gap faced by disabled people.

“While some metrics – that don’t account for the increased incidence of disability – seem to show a decreased employment gap for disabled people, prevalence-adjusted measures show that disabled people’s labour market inclusion has in fact been getting worse in recent years.

“Supporting this group into work will be a vital part of getting Britain working. Halving the disability employment gap would take the Government more than halfway towards meeting its 80 per cent employment rate target.

Turn2us @turn2us.org.uk · Jul 10

Find out more about Universal Credit: www.turn2us.org.uk/get-support/...

Universal Credit guide: What is Universal Credit (UC)?

Universal Credit (UC) is a benefit for working age people who are on a low income or out of work. It can include amounts for housing and for raising children.

www.turn2us.org.uk