The Archbishop of York is patron, president or vice president of a wide range of organisations, some of which are faith-based and some of which are not.
They include local, national and international organisations which work in diverse areas from social justice and inclusion to health and well-being and the arts.
The Archbishop supports organisations with whom he feels a personal connection or are those in areas of particular interest to him. This includes many which work in developing community cohesion, with particular attention paid to those who are marginalised, isolated or at risk of harm.
Why patronage matters
A patronage gives encouragement, visibility and moral support to people doing vital work. Through communication, visits and events the Archbishop helps to raise the profile of these organisations, bringing their work into the spotlight and amplifying its impact.
Some of the organisations Archbishop Stephen is involved with include: