Iris Possibilities CIC
Changing How Systems Support Families
IRIS works alongside families to understand what works, what harms, and how support
systems can be redesigned to respond earlier and better.
The Problem We’re Addressing
The challenge isn’t a lack of care — it’s how systems are designed
Families live one life and often need support from different services, but help is
delivered in silos rather than as a joined-up solution. Too often, support arrives late,
only once families reach crisis point.
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How IRIS Works
How IRIS turns lived experience into system change
IRIS operates through three interconnected strands. Families, Learning & Evidence, System Change. None sit alone; each informs the
others.
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What We've Learned
Why does this work actually matter?
When systems respond earlier and work together, families are better supported and
resources are used more effectively. Listening properly to lived experience is not
idealistic — it’s practical.
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Who We Work With
Working with others to change the landscape
IRIS collaborates with families, practitioners, researchers, funders and system leaders
who want to rethink how support is designed and delivered.
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Pathways / Next Steps
Explore ways in which we can work with you
•Consultancy •Research • Support Brokerage
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What is the story behind Iris?
Who are the faces behind Iris Possibilities CIC and what inspired them?
Find out more about the lived experience of our Directors.
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