Working Together to Tackle Health Inequalities

What’s this all about?

Churches & faith communities are vital to the wellbeing of our town. Faith and Flourishing Communities in Northampton is a new project exploring how churches and faith groups support people’s health, tackle inequality, and build stronger, more connected communities.

We’re working with a small group of churches, faith groups and charities in Central Northampton – an area facing some of the deepest health challenges – to shine a light on the work you already do, listen to your experiences, and learn together how to amplify your impact.

Why it matters

Many people in our communities only turn to health or social care at crisis point. Churches often see people before that – offering meals, a listening ear, safe spaces, prayer, and practical help. This builds on an evidence base of the Creating a Neighbourhood Health Service report by Church Works and House of Good reports.

This project will:

• Highlight the hidden health work churches and faith organisations already do
• Strengthen partnerships with health services, voluntary and statutory bodies
• Support your group’s voice and role in decision-making
• Help identify resources, training, and future funding opportunities

What’s in it for your church or faith group?

• Be part of a high-profile local project linked with a national initiative and research
• Identification of your church or organisation on the Northampton central area map
• Share your story and good practice through a published report
• Join a learning community of like-minded faith leaders
• Receive a small financial thank you (£20/hour) for your participation
• Connect to the Wellbeing Launchpad and social prescribing referrals

Get involved

We’re inviting churches to a 30-minute webinar to find out more and explore how to join. If your church is working with people on the margins – through foodbanks, drop-ins, mental health support, or simply welcoming everyone – we’d love to hear from you.

Together, let’s provide the evidence and promote how faith helps communities flourish.

Register your interest now by emailing: Nick Amis (ffnc@host-press.co.uk)
Or sign up for a webinar slot or to learn more visit: https://host-press.co.uk/ffcn/