Standing Tall

Super pleased Standing Tall has been shortlisted for the #SocialValueAwards2024 with Social Value Portal. We've been shortlisted for the 'SME and VCSE Leadership Award' and looking forward to attending the #SocialValueAwards on 17th October in #Birmingham. We're ending homelessness one person at a time. But we're only able to do this across our 6 cities through our partnerships with responsible businesses providing stable jobs for the talented people we're helping. Responsible businesses like Network Rail, Amey, M. Lambe Construction Limited, Taziker and UPP are showing what the private sector can practically do to help end homelessness. Looking forward to seeing everyone on the 17th in #Birmingham! https://lnkd.in/eDJ4GNnj #SocialValue #Homelessness #ESG #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #SocialImpact #ResponsibleBusiness #InclusiveRecruitment #Birmingham #London #Manchester #Liverpool #Leeds #Bristol

Seven years ago, I was running a night shelter in Birmingham, and I got sick of seeing the same thing every night. I was surrounded by people who wanted to work, contribute, and change their situation, but no one would give them a chance. They were stuck in a brutal cycle that seemed impossible to break. Homelessness hurts. But what we do at Standing Tall breaks that cycle. It's not about charity, and it's not about handouts. It's about refusing to waste a drop of human potential. After seven years of hard work, we've found what works. It’s the dignity of a job, the security of a home, and the power of personalised support. That's the combo that gives people a pathway off the streets for good. And it really does work—4 out of 5 of our candidates are still employed one year later. Yesterday, I gave an impromptu talk to a room full of delegates at Social Value Portal Social Value Conference. It made me think about how far we've come. We couldn't do any of this without the incredible businesses that employ talent through us. They're not just "doing the right thing" on the side. Purpose isn't a bolt-on for them—it's built into their day-to-day. They’re reflecting their communities and benefitting from diverse experiences to build resilient, inclusive organisations. Shoutout to Network Rail, Amey, M. Lambe Construction Limited, Taziker, BOUYGUES UK, UPP, Bedspace. Thank you for walking the walk with us. As a business, you employ people. That's your superpower. And you get to choose who you want to give a chance to. We've got Talent Scouts in Birmingham, London, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, and Bristol—and we're only just getting started. If you're hiring for entry-level roles and open to hiring overlooked talent you’d never find on LinkedIn, let’s talk. Angela Halliday Tony Brady Sophie Ellis Abbey Reid Suki Dhillon-Basra Demi Grady Emma Alderman Robert Thomas Casey Harris Rachel Kent Mark Chappelhow David Campbell Eugenie Teasley Shivani Hill Hannah Durling Ed Morrow Su Pickerill FICRS Angie E. Nishy Lall Callum Wright Dr Craig Corrigan James Mulcahy Lorna Jones #SocialValue #Inclusion #Homelessness #SocialValueConference #SVC24 #Birmingham #London #Manchester #Liverpool #Leeds #Bristol

“Every business, big or small, can be a force for social good.” Our MD, Michael Lambe recently sat down with Christy Acton from Standing Tall and Steve Dyson on Aston University’s Aston Means Business podcast. Michael shared how personal loss changed his views on running a business. Christy shared how an unexpected moment in a night shelter sparked a movement. Ever been told you shouldn't give money to people on the street? You’ll hear why Christy challenges this advice, too. £57,000 in social value per hire is a big enough number to make you think. But numbers can't explain what it's like to see people go from feeling lost to having a purpose, a paycheck, and a proper support network. We're grateful to be part of it 🙏 Want to know why Steve called it his most fulfilling episode since the series began in 2019? We’ll add the link to the full conversation in the comments 👇 #Construction  #LambesLatest #SocialEntrepreneurship

It’s #WorldHomelessDay and we're here to challenge you. Life on the streets is horrendous and when find yourself there, it’s so hard to get off them. But there’s incredible talent sitting on our streets. It’s on us to change the system. Jump outside the ‘Us’ and ‘them’ and the world becomes more interesting. Stopping for a chat is a great start, listen to how their day is going. It’s ok if that’s too much, just say ‘Hi’ and smile. Standing Tall is working with some amazing businesses taking this talent into their workforces. And we’re humbled by our Amici Hosts who welcome our people into their homes as a stepping stone to getting their own place. #StopAndTalk #Homelessness #WorldHomelessDay #WprldMentalHealthDay

🎙️ Podcast Spotlight! 🎙️ In S7Ep4 of Aston Means Business Podcast, Michael Lambe, Managing Director of M. Lambe Construction, discusses how his company is supporting Standing Tall, a charity helping homeless individuals get back into work and stable accommodation. Michael shares the personal inspiration behind the Christy Lambe Foundation, created in memory of his brother, and how it's driving positive change in the community. He also emphasises how businesses are an under-utilised tool for social good, with Standing Tall making a powerful impact through meaningful employment opportunities. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/e5xSe9vX #AstonMeansBusiness #ChristyLambeFoundation #StandingTall #SocialGood #BusinessForImpact #Leadership

'Business is an under-utilised tool for social good'. Thrilled Michael Lambe and I shared the story of the partnership between Standing Tall and M. Lambe Construction Limited to help people move off the streets for good. We recently spoke to Steve Dyson from Aston Business School's #Astonmeansbusiness podcast for it's latest episode. We shared the story of how the partnership between M. Lambe Construction Limited as a responsible employer and Standing Tall has helped more than 10 people in #Birmingham off the streets for good over the last few years. With plans to start working together in Derby next year, we'll be able to help double the number of people we'll be able to help. ➡️➡️➡️https://lnkd.in/e6Zqe3fJ #Homelessness #Birmingham #SocialImpact #SocialValue #Responsiblebusiness #Inclusiverecruitment #ESG #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #SocialEnterprise #Charity #Talent

Great day yesterday with 20 amazing Bank of Ireland (UK) plc volunteers walking the streets of #Bristol. Yesterday we joined forces with 20 Bank of Ireland (UK) plc staff to give out our Hosting leaflets and posters in local community centres and shops across Bristol. Thanks so much to Cassidy Pemberton and Maura Bibby for working with us and it was great to meet such a lovely bunch! #Volunteering #Homelessness #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #Bristol #Hosting #SocialImpact #SocialValue #ESG #Charity #SocialEnterprise

Are you part of a business keen to have some fun and do some good in December in the run up to Christmas? Right now at Standing Tall we're making exciting plans for our Christmas campaign and we want you to be part of it. In #Birmingham, #Manchester, #London, #Leeds, #Liverpool, #Bristol and the rest of the UK. We match people experiencing homelessness into stable jobs and safe homes. 80% of the people we help are still off the streets and in the same job one year later. So if you're looking for something fun and worthwhile for you and your colleagues to do in the run up to Christmas, drop us an email at hello@standingtall.org.uk or message us directly. We're hoping to help 100 people move off the streets for good in 2025 so we need help from you and your colleagues. #Christmas #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #SocialImpact #SocialValue #ESG #Charity #Homelessness #Donations #Crowdfunding

You can't make real change happen without amazing people around you. Humbled yesterday to get our brilliant Standing Tall team together in Birmingham. It's exciting times as we grow our work into new cities to help more people to move off the streets for good. So if you're in #Birmingham, make sure you say hello to Joel Webster. If you're in #Bristol, say hi to Cissie Fisher. If #Leeds is your local, it's Dave Wall. Georgia Williams is leading the way for #London. And Hannah Cunliffe is doing it for #Liverpool. And we can't forget Richard Miastowski making sure our amazing Talent Scouts get the support they need. #Homelessness #SocialImpact #SocialValue #Responsiblebusiness #InclusiveRecruitment #Birmingham #Leeds #Liverpool #London #Bristol

Looking for a chance to help people move off the #Manchester streets for good? At Standing Tall, we're looking for someone with exceptional emotional intelligence to become our #Manchester Talent Scout. You'll be working with 15 a year and matching them with the right stable job and the right safe home and making real change happen. Find out more here ➡️➡️➡️https://lnkd.in/eR7udjZH #Homelessness #Manchester #Job #StableJob #SafeHome #ResponsibleBusiness #SocialEnterprise #SocialValue #SocialImpact #Charity