About Us, Our Sponsors & Supporters
Event Organisers:
The Social Prescribing Network is a free network that brings together people who are passionate about social prescribing and the difference it can make in people’s lives. We connect practitioners, researchers, community organisations, policymakers and many others who share a common goal: helping people access the support, activities and connections that matter to them.
Founded in 2015 by a diverse group of pioneers from health, academia, community organisations and the voluntary sector, the Network was created to bring together people from different backgrounds who believed in the power of social prescribing to improve health and wellbeing. That collaborative and cross-sector ethos remains at the heart of the Network today.
Acting as a central hub for the social prescribing movement, the Network connects thought leaders, practitioners, researchers, organisations, groups and networks across the UK and internationally, helping to share knowledge, research, innovation and best practice as widely as possible.
Since then, the Network has helped support the growth of social prescribing across the UK and internationally. It provides a space for people to share ideas, learning, research and practical experience, helping to strengthen the evidence base and spread good practice
The Network provides an independent, objective and grassroots voice for social prescribing, championing person-centred approaches that address the wider determinants of health. Through conferences, awards, research activity, communities of practice and knowledge-sharing opportunities, it helps strengthen the evidence base, inspire innovation and support the continued growth of social prescribing. https://www.socialprescribingnetwork.com
The College of Medicine and Integrated Health is a registered charity founded in 2010. The College advocates for a new attitude to healthcare: one which forges partnerships across society, emphasises prevention and a multi-faceted approach and empowers a healthier, happier population. https://collegeofmedicine.org.uk/
Category supporters:
From the extraordinary, to the everyday, our historic places and spaces matter – to you, to us, to the nation. From community centres to cathedrals, homes to high streets, markets to mills – they are the places we all choose to hold onto, the legacy we want to pass on and the stories we continue to tell.
That’s why at Historic England we work together with people and organisations across England, to discover, protect and bring new life to our shared historic environment. Providing advice, knowledge, support and services, so the history that surrounds us all, lives on and is loved for longer. https://historicengland.org.uk
Category sponsors:
National Academy for Social Prescribing was established as a charity in 2019 to champion social prescribing. We bring together health services and professionals, voluntary organisations, researchers and national partners to help more people access non-medical support that improves their health and wellbeing. https://socialprescribingacademy.org.uk/
Judging Partner:
Reed Wellbeing, part of Reed in Partnership, helps people lead healthier lives through personalised, evidence-based health and wellbeing services. Working with the NHS and local authorities, it combines clinical expertise with behaviour change support. Services include weight management, diabetes prevention, smoking cessation and NHS Health Checks, helping people make lasting changes to their health. https://www.reedwellbeing.com
Event Partner:
Chamberlain Dunn creates and delivers awards and staff recognition programmes that celebrate achievement and make an impact beyond the ceremony. With over 30 years’ experience, we support organisations with everything from a dedicated awards portal and expertly coordinated judging to full programme management, from launch through to celebration and beyond.
Our clients have included the Royal College of Nursing, Royal College of Midwives, Burdett Trust, Colyer Fergusson, Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy, UKPHR, Helpforce, Social Prescribing Network and the Healthcare People Management Association, alongside NHS trusts including Princess Alexandra, Oxford University Hospitals and Homerton. We also develop and run our own programmes, including the Advancing Healthcare Awards and Complementary Therapy Awards.
What sets us apart is how we work. We care about the detail and the people behind every programme. Our approach is thoughtful, responsive and calm, combining practical expertise with personal attention to help our clients feel confident and supported throughout.
Whether you need help with one part of your awards programme or a team to manage the whole process, we would love to hear from you.https://chamberlaindunn.co.uk/
Programme supporters:
Royal College of Occupational Therapists