Read @jrf-uk.bsky.social's report here: jrf.org.uk/cost-of-livi... 5/5 #CoventryPovertyAlliance

...or going without essentials (over 7 million people went without necessities in the past six months). We will be watching the Budget closely today and renewing our commitment to helping Coventry people grappling with the cost of living crisis. 4/

In September 2025, @jrf-uk.bsky.social published a pre-budget assessment flagging the risk of a “decade of falling incomes”. Their evidence shows millions of low-income households are in arrears (4.5 million are behind on at least one household bill) or... 3/

Our agenda offered an opportunity to discuss what local agencies, services, charities, voluntary and community groups and organisations are doing as a connected network supporting people who are struggling in our city. To share what's working and problem solve what's not. 2/

Without help, their horizons are often bleak—but you can be a part of changing that, making a genuine difference to theirs and their families’ lives. Find out more on our website now! bit.ly/4nY5l9b Closing at 9am on Monday 8 December. 5/5

You'll support young people facing some of life’s toughest challenges to articulate their needs, rebuild social connections, re-enter education. Some will be avoiding school, struggling to access support they need. Others on reduced timetables with unmet mental health needs. 4/

Teenvine Plus Next Steps helps teenagers with learning disabilities and autism access the creative freedom to express their identity and make a plan for the future—boosted by support networks, experiences and ambitions that grow and change as they do. 3/

Based in Coventry, you’ll have responsibility and autonomy on your project with the support of a strong team behind you. We particularly welcome applications from people from global majority communities to help us better reflect the young people we serve. 2/

Campaign partners include @coventrycc.bsky.social, Age UK Coventry and Warwickshire, @colostomyuk.bsky.social, Bladder and Bowel UK, and @prostatecanceruk.bsky.social. The Need The Loo campaign forms part of Coventry's Connecting for Good ecosystem working towards a more connected, inclusive city 💪

Thank you for sharing 💜 We will keep raising awareness and pushing for change alongside the #NeedTheLoo campaigners we support. So pleased Ruth is part of this team. bit.ly/3JM4WIQ

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More about Need The Loo: bit.ly/3JM4WIQ Explore our Connecting for Good ecosystem for a more connected, inclusive Coventry: connectingforgoodcov.com 5/5

Looking forward to a wonderful, collaborative afternoon from 2pm at Coventry Central Hall. Look out for Need The Loo's story on @hitsradiouk.bsky.social, BBC Coventry and Warwickshire and BBC Midlands Today—sharing their progress with listeners and viewers this #WorldToiletDay 🤩 4/

Share stories of lived experiences of current facilities, celebrate people's courage for speaking out, explore solutions together! One solution so far—as a direct result of Need The Loo's campaigning—are 240 updated 'wayfinder' signs across the city centre. More is coming! 3/

They've listened to hundreds of stories from disabled people, parents, carers, people with long term health conditions, workers, visitors, students—and are using their voices to drive change. Today, Need The Loo campaigners bring together local people, charities, services to 2/

Since 2020, Teenvine Plus Next Steps has achieved outstanding outcomes including 74 per cent of young people feeling more confident about school and their future. Now it’s your turn to be part of this success story and make a genuine difference to people's lives. Ready? Apply here bit.ly/4nY5l9b 4/4

You’ll need to be brilliant with young people, adaptable and bring a flair for doing things differently. You’ll have responsibility and autonomy, with the support of a strong team behind you. A fun and creative touch is essential. 3/

You will transform the lives of young people with learning disabilities and autism, helping them build brighter futures using creativity, advocacy and relationship building. Supporting them to articulate their needs, rebuild social connections and re-enter education. 2/