Add your voice
Change happens when people with lived experience speak up, speak out and demand better. As an UP Advocate, you’ll be at the heart of our campaigns – sharing your story, influencing policy, and making sure the voices of adults with CP are heard.
What is an UP Advocate?
An UP Advocate uses their lived experience of CP to highlight what needs to change, contributes to campaigns and policy work, and helps ensure adults with CP are represented in decisions that affect their lives.
You don’t need to be a seasoned campaigner. Advocacy can be quiet or public, local or national – there’s space for many voices and styles.
What does it involve?
You might: review campaign materials, take part in surveys or focus groups, attend meetings with decision-makers, respond to consultations, or amplify campaigns through your networks. You may wish to be part of our team of advocates at lobbying Parliament on 18th March.
You choose what you’re comfortable doing and how much time you can give. We recognise that health, energy, and access needs fluctuate.
How we support you
We provide training on sharing your story and managing boundaries. Before meetings or interviews, you’ll get briefings and talking points. All materials come in accessible formats. After significant activities, we check in and debrief. You’ll be part of a community of other advocates who understand living with CP.
Different ways to contribute Whether you prefer writing, speaking, online engagement, in-person activities, or have limited time – there are many ways to be involved. Review materials, share your story, join focus groups, attend meetings, participate in social media, or complete surveys.
There is no single “right way” to be an advocate.
Be there when it matters
Parliamentary Lobby | March 18, 2026 at 3pm
We’re taking our campaign for Annual Reviews directly to MPs and peers. Join us at Parliament to demand the healthcare adults with CP deserve. As an UP Advocate, you’ll receive full training and support. Watch out for updates.
Getting started
Complete the short expression of interest below. We’ll invite you to an informal conversation to explore what advocacy could look like for you. No pressure, no test. Once signed up, we’ll send opportunities that match your interests and availability. You choose what feels right.
Ready to add your voice? Email advocate@upmovement.org.uk
Change happens when people like you decide their voice matters – and use it. Join us.
Please complete this Expression of Interest form