On Tuesday 31 March 2026, an inspiring online gathering brought together writers, artists and audiences to celebrate the launch of the new Friendship Anthology - a powerful new collection exploring what friendship really means. Hosted by The Binks Hub, the event marked the culmination of a creative journey led by care experienced young people across Scotland.

A space for real voices

At its heart, the Friendship Anthology is about lived experience. The contributors offer deeply personal insights into friendship: its joy, its fragility, and its importance as a source of support and belonging.

The collection emerged from the Transforming Friendship Focused Support Project, highlighting how conversations about friendship can connect people across very different life experiences.

Through poetry and creative expression, the anthology becomes a 'finding place' - a space where stories of loyalty, loss, resilience and love are shared and honoured. Together, these pieces form a moving and thought-provoking exploration of how friendship shapes our lives, especially for those who have faced instability and change.

Why it matters

Friendship is something many people take for granted. But for care experienced individuals, building and sustaining those relationships can be far more complex. This anthology shines a light on those realities, while also celebrating the creativity, empathy and strength within these communities. By sharing these stories, the project invites readers to reflect on their own relationships, and to better understand the role friendship plays in creating a sense of belonging.

Explore the new Friendship Anthology.