Would you like to join our Wise Owls Advisory Group?
Our lived experience group comes together every 6-8 weeks to help guide and shape the Survivors Unite service. We recognise individuals with lived experience are the best people to ask about what survivors need from our service and guide the development of new projects and directions.
The group is open to anyone who has been receiving support from Survivors Unite for six months or more. We also consider applications to join from people who have had previous experience of support from us.
The aims of the group:
- Feeding back experiences of using our services to the Board of Trustees.
- Giving suggestions and helping to organise fundraising.
- Identifying gaps and suggesting development improvements to help other survivors.
- Reviewing publicity material such as our posters, leaflets and this website.
- Sharing knowledge and assisting with outreach events.
- Processing applications to our Social Welfare Fund.
The Wise Owls...
Les Newington
Barbara Caldicott
Barbara Caldicott
Les is an advocate for lived experience throughout the Borders, taking part in the Integrated Psychological Trauma Steering Group. He was instrumental in the setup of Survivors Unite and we welcome his knowledge and skills to the Wise Owls Advisory Group.
Barbara Caldicott
Barbara Caldicott
Barbara Caldicott
Barbara is a true example of how Survivors shape and guide our charity. A board member, and now a wise owl, Barbara's lived experience perspective informs our services and new initiatives planned by the group.
Elaine
Barbara Caldicott
Elaine
Elaine is someone who has benefited from accessing Survivors Unite and wishes to give back to the charity. She is a passionate and dedicated Survivor who is committed to making a difference.