In this powerful episode of It’s Not So Lonely at the Top, Pete sits down with Atiq Rehman; a community leader, charity founder, mental health advocate and the driving force behind Unspoken. From starting Children of Adam with just £10 from each founder, to helping grow it into one of Peterborough’s most recognised community charities, Atiq’s story is one of action, faith, sacrifice and relentless kindness. He shares the moments that shaped him, including supporting the homeless, raising thousands for children’s hospitals, helping terminally ill children fulfil dreams, and his mission to bring people together across race, religion and background. This conversation goes far beyond charity. Pete and Atiq explore men’s mental health, the danger of loneliness, the power of human connection, the impact of social media on children, and Atiq’s bold vision to help end homelessness in Peterborough and reduce child self-harm and suicide. At its heart, this episode is a reminder that kindness is not soft. It is strong, practical, courageous and deeply needed. Atiq’s message is simple but powerful: we all have the ability to make someone’s life better and sometimes, the smallest act can create the biggest ripple. About Atiq Atiq Rehman is a community leader, charity founder, mental health advocate and the driving force behind Unspoken; a movement built on kindness, unity and practical action. Born and raised in Peterborough, Atiq has dedicated much of his life to helping people who are often unseen, unheard or unsupported. He was one of the founders of Children of Adam, a charity that began with just £10 from each founder and grew into one of Peterborough’s most recognised community charities, supporting the homeless, vulnerable families, domestic violence victims and orphan projects around the world. Atiq’s work is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: kindness changes lives. From raising thousands of pounds for children’s hospital toy drops, to supporting terminally ill children, feeding the homeless, campaigning for better protection for young people online, and challenging the stigma around men’s mental health, his mission is to bring people together across race, religion, background and belief. Through Unspoken, Atiq continues to champion open conversations, human connection and everyday acts of kindness. His long-term vision is bold: to help end homelessness in Peterborough, reduce child self-harm and suicide, and build a community where people are judged by their heart, not their colour, faith or circumstances. Atiq’s story is one of faith, sacrifice, resilience and service but above all, it is a reminder that leadership does not always start in boardrooms. Sometimes it starts with seeing someone in pain and deciding to do something about it. 🎧 Perfect for listeners interested in: Entrepreneurship, service business growth, leadership, scaling trades businesses, wellbeing strategies, and building a high-performance team. Join the Community: Interested in joining Pete and other high-performing leaders in the Mastermind? Find out more about how we challenge and support each other at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/mastermind/. ABOUT 🎙️ The INSLATT Podcast – It’s Not So Lonely At The Top Running a business can feel like steering a ship through choppy seas… and sometimes, the captain’s chair gets lonely. That’s why the INSLATT Podcast exists — to bring together bold, brilliant business leaders who get it. Whether you’re leading a growing team, managing risk, or simply carrying the weight of high-stakes decisions, this podcast is your safe harbour. Every episode dives into honest, energising conversations with business owners and performance experts who’ve been there, done it, and got the T-shirt. 🎧 Why Listen? Learn from real-world stories and leadership lessons that don’t make it into the textbooks. Discover practical tools to lead with purpose, clarity and momentum. Explore topics like performance, mindset, wellbeing, risk, resilience motivation, and culture — all with a down-to-earth, no-nonsense approach. Feel part of a community of leaders who want to grow without the ego. 🧭 This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s fuel for your leadership journey. 📍 Where to Listen & Learn More: 🔗 INSLATT Podcast is available on YouTube AND your favourite podcast app. Remember to SUBSCRIBE 🎙️ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & more 🌍 Learn more at https://www.inslatt.co.uk/ New episodes are released weekly on a Wednesday at 6am Your host is Pete Rushmer - https://www.peterushmer.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterushmer/ Your guest today is Atiq Rehman- Links - https://www.unspokenatiq.com/ The podcast is bought to you by 'It's not so lonely at the top' thank you for listening.
