How to contribute to
Voices of the UK
The platform is currently in development. Launch will follow completion of our development phase. In the meantime, register your interest and we will notify you the moment we open for contributions.
Register & Verify
Create a secure profile on the platform. All contributors are verified before accessing full features. Keeping the archive trustworthy and safe.
Choose Your Format
Record a video, leave an audio message, write your story, upload photos or documents. Use guided prompts if you need help getting started or just speak freely.
Set Your Permissions
Decide who can see your contribution, whether it be public, family only, or private. You can change this at any time, and you can always withdraw your story.
Your Story is Preserved
Your contribution is transcribed, tagged, and archived. It will be secured in a long-term digital heritage record that will outlive us all.
What kinds of stories are we looking for?
All of them. We are particularly interested in:
— Memories of major life events: birth, love, loss, migration, retirement
— Experiences of social and cultural change
— Working life and community life across the decades
— Experiences of healthcare, the NHS, or caring for others
— Faith, identity, and belonging
— Environmental change you have witnessed in your lifetime
— Stories of resilience, joy, and ordinary daily life
There is no wrong story. Every experience matters.
Accessibility
We are committed to ensuring that everyone who wishes to share their story can do so. Multiple formats, BSL support, plain-language prompts, assisted-tech compatibility, and community workshop support are all built into our approach. If you need specific support, please contact us.