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Black History Month Interview: with Claude Hendrickson
This Black History Month, Touchstone have been interviewing prominent figures in our local Black communities to reflect this year’s theme of Honouring our Communities. Our second interview is with Claude Hendrickson MBE, a Leeds-based activist, Community-led housing advisor, and speaker. Read on to find out more about Claude's work
Black History Month Interview: with Patricia Jones
This Black History Month, Touchstone have been interviewing prominent figures in our local Black communities to reflect this year's theme of Honouring our Communities. First up is local poet, publisher, and writer Patricia Jones. Read on to find out more about Patricia's work and how she thinks mental health
New Research: Inclusive Crisis Alternatives – Helping Crisis Teams Meet the Needs of Neurodivergent Individuals
Between September 2024 and January 2026, Touchstone's Tracey Hemmerdinger undertook research into how to make Crisis Alternative Services more inclusive spaces for neurodivergent people and people with learning difficulties. This research was commissioned by NHS England to inform a workforce development strategy for the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise
What Shapes a Man: Reflections on the Northern Man Festival 2026
Touchstone is a proud partner of the Men’s Health Unlocked service, led by Forum Central and delivered in partnership with Space 2, Barca Leeds, and Feel Good Factor. This June, as every year, Men’s Health Unlocked (MHU) held the Northern Man Festival (NMF), a series of events aimed at
Mental Health Awareness Week Marketplace
Read on to find out more about our Mental Health Awareness Week Marketplace, hosted by Touchstone and Forum Central. Where is it? Leeds Kirkgate Market, Food Hall. The main entrance is on Vicar Lane, Leeds City Centre, LS2 7HY. When is it? Wednesday 13 May 2026, 10 AM to
Touchstone’s Annual Report 2024-25
Each year, Touchstone produce an Annual Report. This report includes statistics and quotes about services, service users, and staff, as well as a collection of images that capture key moments from our year. We are thrilled to publish our Annual Report for 2024-25 - please read on to find