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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.

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.

Discover how Individual Placement and Support for young people (IPS-Y)—a tailored adaptation of the proven IPS model—is breaking down barriers for young people aged 16-25 who face the dual challenges of being not in education, employment, or training (NEET) and experiencing rising rates of anxiety and depression: by focusing not only on employment, but also on education as a vital recovery outcome, offering intensive family involvement, creative use of social media, and hands-on support, IPS-Y is reshaping futures.

Discover how the Lincolnshire Recovery Partnership’s IPS team, under the expert leadership of Senior Employment Specialist Danny, has transformed supported employment in the region, achieving an impressive 47% employment outcome rate through strong leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a relentless focus on quality—all while seamlessly integrating vital employment support directly into the recovery journey.

Step into a new chapter in IPS with our groundbreaking Certificate in Individual Placement and Support—your opportunity to gain professional recognition and specialist skills in supporting people with complex mental health needs into meaningful work.

We are delighted to congratulate Dr Rachel Perkins OBE on receiving the 2025 Ricky Martinez Leadership Award, an international honour recognising exceptional leadership in the field of Individual Placement and Support (IPS).

Discover how IPS Grow is driving evidence‑led innovation, expanding access, and strengthening collaboration across the IPS community in 2026.

Julie Bailie, Head of IPS at the Centre of Mental Health, shares her learning and reflections from the annual meeting in the United States with the International IPS Learning Community. 

This article was written by Julia Stapleton (IPS Grow Lead for London) for Black History Month.

This is a spotlight and recognition feature for the work and dedication to IPS which Jonathan Allan has shown over the past 25 years.