Members and governors are at the heart of our organisation. Members provide us with feedback, local knowledge and support on a voluntary basis.
By becoming a member of South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust ('the Trust') you will be able to have a greater influence in how the Trust develops and will receive information and feedback.
The governors, with the support of our members, help make sure that our work is in keeping with our values.
Who can become a member?
- You need to be 16 years old or older
- Anyone who lives in England can join the Trust as a public member
- Anyone who has used our services in the past 5 years can join as a service user member, and their carers can join as carer members
- Anyone who works or volunteers for us
Why become a member
It’s free to join and as a member, you will be able to:
- Make your voice heard - elect representatives to serve on the Council of Governors
- Receive a monthly members' e-newsletter packed with news, events and features
- Attend members' events
- Take part in surveys and consultations about our plans and Trust services
- Benefit from discounts with local retailers and other organisations
How to become a Governor
- Governors are elected to the council of governors from the public, service user, carer and staff constituencies. Elected governors serve a three year term on the council of governors
- Elections are held every year in those constituencies where there are vacancies
- Governors are also appointed by partner organisations
Keep us up to date
- If you are a member and your contact details or other information change, please let us know via membership@slam.nhs.uk
- If you decide you no longer want to be a member, please let us know via membership@slam.nhs.uk
- For further information, please get in touch via membership@slam.nhs.uk
Strategy Launch Event & Annual Members Meeting
The joint Strategy Event and Annual Members' Meeting will take place on 1 December 2026. More update with specific times and venue will be provided, and the official save the date communications will be issued to all members and stakeholders in due course.
We will keep you updated on any changes
Governor Elections 2026
Due to the legislative proposals in the NHS Health Bill which remove the requirement for NHS Foundation Trusts to maintain a Council of Governors, the Trust has postponed Council elections.
We will keep you updated on any changes.