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Yes — we are! Everyone who takes part in Gig Buddies is invited to have a say in how things are run.
You can come along to any of our advisory groups which help shape the project and feed directly into our board of trustees.
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Gig Buddies is all about building long-term one-to-one friendships. But we always welcome help at our social events! Get in touch if you're interested in volunteering in that way.
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Yes. All volunteers take part in training that covers topics like learning disability awareness, communication, safeguarding, and possible scenarios. We also carry out DBS checks and ask for two references to ensure everyone’s safety and wellbeing.
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If you would like a #NoBedtimes campaign pack – just give us your name and postal address and we’ll get a pack off to you.
If you would like someone to come and talk to your local group about the #NoBedtimes campaign.
If you have any questions about the #NoBedtimes campaign or need advice about campaigning.
Email us at info@stayuplate.org or phone the office on 01273 101868
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Our community need you! Help more more adults with a learning disability get out and have fun. And help learning disabled people have their voices heard. All donations make a huge difference. Thanks a million for your support from The Stay Up Late community.
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We ask Gig Buddies to meet up about once a month and Sports Buddies twice a month — but many meet more often if it suits them both. We know life can get busy, so we keep things flexible. What matters most is building a consistent, friendly connection over time.
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Keep up to date with all our campaign news by joining our online mailing list (sign up at the bottom of our website)
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- An easy read guide to the #NoBedtimes campaign is available here No Bedtimes campaign guide – Easy Read
- A pdf of the #NoBedtimes leaflet is available here
- A pdf of the advice sheet for support providers is available here
- A pdf of the advice sheet for club night organisers is available here
- A pdf of the advice sheet for life after lockdown is available here
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- Running an information stall at a gig, an event or open day.
- Handing out leaflets and stickers.
- Getting someone from Stay Up Late to come and talk to your group.
- Writing a blog or posting on Twitter and Facebook.
