It's easy to think "what's the point, nothing ever changes". But your views, along with millions of others, have already helped to improve health and social care. Take a look and see what's changed thanks to people speaking up.
Healthwatch Hackney has conducted an investigative report into the experience of the Charedi Community of GP services. We were interested in understanding why some members of this community choose private GP services whilst others use NHS services. Our findings have been shared with local GP practices and the North East London Integrated Care Board, to support continued improvement in GP services in Hackney.
The System Influencers Programme brought together young people (16–25) and health professionals in City & Hackney to co-produce better health and care services. Over two years, five 12-week cycles engaged 71 young influencers and 26 mentors, delivering 19 youth-led projects on mental health, sexual health, equity, and community connection. These collaborations built trust, improved service accessibility, and inspired education pathways for participants. Despite challenges such as and time constraints, the programme proved that genuine partnership creates meaningful change. Showcases celebrated achievements and strengthened networks, making services more inclusive and youth-centred, a true example of co-production in action.
