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Making Space has played a key role in developing a pioneering new neurodiversity toolkit for the Liverpool City Region’s criminal justice system. Launched in Liverpool on Friday 19 September, the toolkit brings together more than 60 accessible resources for individuals and families, as well as tailored tools for frontline professionals, helping to create a more inclusive and supportive justice system.

Making Space is proud to be part of the new Liverpool City Region Adult Social Care Testbed, a pioneering project that brings together care providers, academics, industry partners and people with lived experience to shape the future of care. From testing new technology to sharing insights from our staff and the people we support, we’re helping to drive innovation that puts people at the heart of social care.

We’re thrilled to announce that our CEO, Rachel Peacock, has been named a finalist in the prestigious Social Care Top 30 Awards 2025. This recognition shines a spotlight on the inspirational leaders shaping the future of social care, and we’re proud to see Rachel’s vision and dedication celebrated on a national stage.

Making Space has been named Care SME Employer of the Year at the 2025 Paragon Skills Apprenticeship Awards, recognising our commitment to developing talent and supporting apprentices to succeed.

Making Space has celebrated the dedication and compassion of colleagues at our fourth annual Colleague Awards. From long service heroes to inspiring newcomers, the winners highlight the incredible impact our teams make every day.

As part of Suicide Prevention Month and in recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, our Bradford and Airedale Carer Support Service proudly joined the Baton of Hope Tour 25 in Bradford. Together with carers, volunteers and staff, we carried the baton at Valley Parade and connected with the community at the Charity Village, standing in solidarity to raise awareness, remember loved ones, and share the support available to carers across the district.

Making Space is proud to be part of National Inclusion Week® 2025 (15–21 September), joining thousands of organisations across the UK in championing equity, diversity and belonging. With this year’s theme, Now is the Time, we’re reflecting on our own inclusion journey and celebrating the colleagues who are helping us build a culture where every voice is valued and everyone feels they belong.

We are delighted to share that We All Are One – Making Space Carers Support Group in Doncaster has been named a finalist in the Carers UK Awards 2025. Recognised in the Community Group category, the nomination celebrates the group’s inclusive and compassionate approach to supporting unpaid carers, and the incredible difference it makes to people’s lives every week.

Stockport Connect Hub has officially launched! Making Space is proud to lead a new chapter of community mental health support in Stockport, delivering the Mental Health Prevention and Enablement Service from a refreshed and welcoming space at Progress House. The service launched with two vibrant community events and is now open daily, offering a wide range of support and activities.

The 2025 Our People Awards brought together nearly 270 guests for a joyful day of celebration at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds. With music, activities, and inspiring stories, the event honoured the incredible people we support and the power of co-production in action.