Stories and news from across Southdown

Stories

Hear from people we support and our colleagues, from across Southdown:

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Employment support is like a compass. And it’s tailored to you.

After several years away from work and a difficult period of mental ill health, one client shares how personalised employment support helped rebuild their confidence, prepare for interviews and secure a new role.

Images shows the Southdown staff who is haring her story.

Colleague story

There is a career here if you want one

You don’t have to have it all mapped out to take your next step. Leanne’s story shows how the right support and opportunities at Southdown can help your career progression.

Colleague story

Sharing my story has been incredibly therapeutic

For Time To Talk Day 2026, photographer Paul Misso, shares how creativity can be a way of communicating our feelings.

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Client story

Putting people at the centre of their support

Juliet, a Southdown client, shares how she was supported to create her PBS plan and the positive impact it has had on her.

Colleague story

This work has given me an inner strength.

For Mark, staying at Southdown is about shared values, real relationships, and the belief that everyone deserves to live with dignity, choice, and opportunity.

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News and updates

The latest news, reports, and announcements from across our organisation.

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9 October 2026

Celebrating the power of lived experience this World Mental Health Day

For World Mental Health Day, peer workers Samson, Lauren and Tim share how their own mental health experiences help them support others, build connections and offer hope.

New members of Southdown's Board along with the Chief Executive Officer and Southdown clients face smilingly for a group photo.

17 September 2026

Board changes at Southdown

We’re pleased to share some changes to Southdown’s Board as we continue to deliver our five-year Business Strategy and build on our ambition to make a positive difference for more....

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8 September 2026

Thank you, Pauline

As Pauline Ford steps down from her role as Chair of the Board, we take a moment to recognise and celebrate her outstanding contribution to our organisation.

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