Rights-Based Participation & Systems Change.
Moving beyond consultation. Embedding participation that changes decisions.

At The Seanchaí Collective, we believe participation is not an activity—it is a way of working. When organisations genuinely value lived experience, they make better decisions, build stronger relationships and create services that people trust.

We work with organisations across education, health, local government, charities and community services to embed meaningful, rights-based participation that moves beyond consultation and becomes part of organisational culture.

Led by our Director, Bez Martin, founder of the Lundy Model Network and a recognised leader in rights-based participation, we combine over two decades of frontline practice with contemporary research, systems thinking and creative approaches to help organisations translate participation from aspiration into everyday practice.

Whether you're developing a participation strategy, reviewing governance, embedding the Lundy Model, strengthening co-production or building staff confidence, we work alongside you to create approaches that are practical, sustainable and rooted in rights.

Because meaningful participation isn't simply about hearing voices.

It's about ensuring those voices influence what happens next.

What others say:

"Personally and organisationally, working alongside Bez Martin has been an enlightening experience. Bez's renowned knowledge in Lundy is underpinned by the reputable values of co-operation, collaboration and connectivity. This has ensured that the adoption and growth of Lundy is actively taking shape across the UK.

Honourably, Bez practices generous leadership by offering time and expertise in order for others to thrive. This is truly inspirational and is why I, and Youth Focus North West work with her".

Stuart Dunne, Chief Exec YFNW

"Through Bez's exceptional leadership, characterised by charisma and efficiency, a vibrant community has emerged. This community, encompassing individuals from diverse sectors, fosters collaboration and shared learning. We express our profound gratitude to Bez for her exceptional leadership, visionary guidance and unwavering dedication".

Paul Browning Thrive Co-operative Learning Trust 

Whether you looking for support on embedding robust participation across your teams, understanding more about rights-based participation, or need consultative supportive with development and implementation of strategy - get in touch!