Promoting the voices of those with lived experienced of poverty and working collaboratively with others across society to use our voices to affect change.

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✨ What are you doing for the International Day to End Poverty (17 Oct)? We want to hear how you’re addressing poverty with lived experience- from events, campaigns, or creative projects. 🗺️ Share your plans and we’ll add you to our #LightUpTheUKMap! aplecollective.com/idep-2025…
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Getting ready for a @GoodThingsFdn event with the @ApleCollective!
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today it's International Day of Persons with disabilities #IDPD @ApleCollective @UN @CornwallCouncil @CornwallFT
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@ApleCollective are experts in ethical, lived experience–led policy & practice. Our new Taking Voice Seriously Toolkit shows you how to listen, act & embed lived experience in YOUR work, ethically & effectively. Ready to take voice seriously? Click here👉 aplecollective.com/taking-vo…
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Why it matters that today is the UN International Day to #EndPoverty. #17Oct @ApleCollective @equalitytrust
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Why it matters that today is the UN International Day to #EndPoverty. @ApleCollective @equalitytrust
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Why it matters that today is the UN International Day to #EndPoverty. @ApleCollective @equalitytrust
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#LightUpTheUKMap Check out all of the fantastic online and in person events and solidarity for The International Day To End Poverty- amplifying the voices and realities of those with lived experiences of poverty stigma and discrimination aplecollective.com/idep-2025…
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✨ Meet Tracy – born in 1974.. This #IDEP2025, we’re reflecting on how poverty and inequality have changed across generations. Tracy says that social media is the hardest thing about being a child in poverty today, but has hope for future generations.
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Message from Aye Aye Win for the International Day for the Eradication of #poverty This year's theme is "Ensuring respect and effective support to families." Read more: overcomingpoverty.org/17-oct… #IDEP2025 #kNOwPoverty
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Today is the day. But October 17th is more than just a date; it’s a mission. Together, let's #EndPoverty and make #AllFamiliesCount. #IDEP2025 #ATD4thWorld #NoPoverty
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⏳ Tomorrow is the day! Join us at the Famine Statues, Custom House Quay at 11am. Voices of dignity, solidarity, and radical hope will be heard. #endpoverty #17octIRL 📅 Join us Oct 17th, 11am, Custom House Quay.
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This #IDEP2025, we’re spotlighting Ghosts, a powerful new anthology by Thriving Women. It explores poverty, inequality & systemic injustice, giving voice to stories often overlooked. Watch their visual poem here: youtu.be/MBuNSJ1EvEc

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"Existence is ours in our own perfect way You may not see us but we’re here to stay We’re Thriving Women, our words are worthy Include our voices and eradicate poverty" thrive-teesside.org.uk/ghost… #IDEP2025
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✨ Meet Amanda – born in 1969. This #IDEP2025, we’re reflecting on how poverty and inequality have changed across generations. In 1969, many working class families lived in overcrowded housing and struggled to make ends meet.
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✨ Meet Caroline – born in 1957. This #IDEP2025, we’re reflecting on how poverty and inequality have changed across generations. Caroline grew up as the UK expanded social support, yet many families still faced poverty, overcrowded housing, and limited opportunities.
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✨ Meet Patricia – born in 1957. This #IDEP2025, we’re reflecting on how poverty and inequality have changed across generations. Patricia grew up in post-war Britain, rationing had ended but many families still faced poverty, housing shortages, and limited opportunities.
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@ApleCollective is building a sustainable grassroots network across the UK to raise awareness of poverty, challenge stigma and help eradicate it. We must build a world of empathy and create a safer space where those of us with hidden disabilities can be seen and heard. #IDEP2025
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✨ Meet Phil – born in 1984. This #IDEP2025, we’re reflecting on how poverty and inequality have changed across generations. 1984: The miners’ strike began, putting thousands of families at risk of poverty and hardship.
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