Resources

At IPS Grow, we’re committed to fighting for racial equity and justice in everything that we do. We commit to use our voice to speak out against racism in all its forms and support others in the community to do the same.

Joanne Barber, IPS Grow lead for the East of England reflects on the importance of delivering a high fidelity service and discusses the support available from IPS Grow.

IPS is transforming employment opportunities for individuals recovering from substance use disorders, offering a groundbreaking approach to rehabilitation. By integrating employment support directly into treatment services, this innovative programme is providing a critical pathway to dignity, self-sufficiency, and meaningful work for those seeking to rebuild their lives.

As Black History Month 2024 wraps up, IPS Grow reflects on the collective progress made by various services in advancing their Race Equity Action Plans. Notably, a recent study revealed that 46.2% of participants gained employment or educational support within just 132 days, highlighting the effectiveness of IPS and the crucial role of commitment to inclusivity in driving meaningful change across communities.

A pioneering new study is set to transform how we tackle homelessness by testing the effectiveness of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) to break the cycle of homelessness for thousands of people.

In our exclusive ‘Meet the Team’ series, we pull back the curtain to introduce you to our IPS Grow Leads. As we share personal insights and professional journeys and delve into each team member’s stories, experiences, and passions, you’ll discover the unique blend of talents that makes up our team at IPS Grow. From the creative minds shaping our strategies to the meticulous hands ensuring precision in execution, each member plays a pivotal role in our shared success and mission to deliver high-quality IPS across the country and build a fairer and more inclusive society.

Discover how England’s IPS representatives made waves at the 2024 International IPS Learning Community Annual Meeting, showcasing innovative approaches and winning accolades – read the full blog post to learn about the exciting developments in IPS and their global impact.

Discover how Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s pioneering strategies, including community outreach, partnerships with BAME organisations, and inclusive recruitment practices, diversified their IPS workforce and enhanced access to culturally sensitive mental health services.

In our exclusive ‘Meet the Team’ series, we pull back the curtain to introduce you to our IPS Grow Leads. As we share personal insights, professional journeys, and delve into the stories, experiences, and passions of each team member, you’ll discover the unique blend of talents that makes up our team at IPS Grow. From the creative minds shaping our strategies to the meticulous hands ensuring precision in execution, each member plays a pivotal role in our shared success and mission to deliver high quality IPS across the country and build a fairer and more inclusive society.

Gary Johnston, Director of Operations of Health and Employment Partnerships at Social Finance has reflected on writes on IPS Grows plans to develop a national forum on co-production and identify additional tools and materials to better support this collaborative ethos across organisations.