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Gavin Bevan is raising money for Sandwell Citizens Advocacy
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Manchester Marathon 2021 · 10 October 2021 ·

Sandwell Citizens Advocacy has been dedicated to supporting and offering a voice on behalf of vulnerable people in the borough of Sandwell, West Midlands, for the past 3 decades. Our work ensures that the needs, rights and wishes of vulnerable individuals are taken into account in the planning and delivery of local services. Expert staff and trained volunteers offer support and help to develop and maintain a stronger, more resilient local community. We support thousands of the most vulnerable people in Sandwell, improving the quality of life of individuals and families, increasing individual independence, resilience, confidence and the development of a cohesive community. For the past 30 years, our work has helped to ensure that the needs, rights and wishes of vulnerable individuals are considered at the forefront of the planning and delivery of local services. Our vital work is based on the principle that advocacy is not about acting in what is perceived to be the person’s best interest but is about standing with a person to ensure they are able to say and try to obtain what they truly want and need. We provide independent advocacy and support throughout our local community, promoting rights, individual voices, and empowerment. We refer to those we support as ‘advocacy partners’ as we feel that our relationship is an equal partnership. Our qualified advocacy practitioners recruit and train local people to act as volunteer advocates in support of our partners.

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. 

I work with one of the very caring and wonderful people, that give up their own free time, to help in the running of Sandwell Advocacy. She explained to me  how they support vulnerable people not through financial support, but to help them get the voice, rights and empowerment they deserve.

I especially felt a connection with supporting the young carers, as i have an 18 year old daughter and i understand how tough the world can be for young people in this day and age without any added responsibilities. They can be left feeling isolated and alone, even, when there are others around. 

I am raising money for Sandwell Advocacy so that they can continue their invaluable work in being there for the people who need them. 


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