In this blog, we explore the challenges faced by the communities we support in Norfolk, based on primary data gathered over many years of advocacy work. Our reflections are also shaped by conversations with advocates working in deprived areas, where institutions and professionals often fail to carry out outreach work. Over a six‑month period, our advocacy interventions supported more than 1,800 people (see the Impact Report summary here) who face systemic barriers linked to t

A line drawing depicts a person bridging a gap between two large cliffs with a rope. The cliff on the left is labelled "Unmet," and the one on the right is labelled "Support & Resources." The figure stands tenuously on a narrow surface over a deep chasm, visually illustrating the challenge of connecting unmet needs with available support and resources. At the recent NAP meeting, partners explored the role of advocacy in identifying patterns of unmet need. This shows the impo