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Afrocats is a small charity in Greater Manchester supporting marginalised communities and people living below the poverty line who face exclusion because of their immigration status, class, age, cultural inexperience, and education. Un espace chaleureux, convivial et sûr pour les réfugiés et les personnes confrontées à l'exclusion sociale à Manchester Nous travaillons avec les communautés pour co-créer des opportunités pour les personnes confrontées à des difficultés dans leur vie et qui souhaitent s'intégrer pleinement dans la société. Nous sommes passionnés par l'élimination des barrières sociales, économiques, culturelles et linguistiques afin que les gens puissent avoir une meilleure qualité de vie. Soutenez notre travail Chaque sou que nous collectons sert à éliminer les obstacles pour aider les gens à se connecter avec les communautés et à vivre une vie meilleure 10 £ fournira des données pour un jeune afin qu'il puisse rester connecté 10 £ fournira des données pour un jeune afin qu'il puisse rester connecté 5 £ paierait les dépenses d'un volontaire Faire un don Proud winners of The Manchester Culture Awards 2025 Champions of Equality and Social Justice Award Fantastic for Families Award 2023 Audience Impact & Innovation Award For Everyone Award Forever Manchester Awards 2025 Spirit of Manchester Award 2022 Creative Community Spirit Manchester Cultural Award 2021 Cultural Care In Covid

Contactez-nous si vous souhaitez rejoindre l'un de nos projets, devenir supporter ou en savoir plus sur notre travail. Nous aimerions recevoir de vos nouvelles! Want to book a school workshop? Head here to fill in our form . Do you or someone you know want to attend our sessions? Use this form . Interested in us organising EDI and engagement training for your business or organisation? Click here to find out more. Want us to run inclusive dance sessions for you? Fill in this form . For everything else, use the form below. Type your name Type your email address How can we help? Soumettre Merci d'avoir soumis!

Join us and help us achieve our vision of a world where refugees, asylum seekers and people facing economic disadvantages can integrate fully into society. Join us in building a fairer, more inclusive society for everyone Work with us We're looking for brilliant people to join our team of artists, freelancers, consultants and practitioners on our citywide youth and adult workshops. Find out more Volunteer with us Want to give some time supporting a charity doing fantastic work with young people? Our amazing volunteers support us with delivery of our work and core operations - find out more about or current opportunities below. Find out more Come to our events Find out about our latest workshops, and upcoming performances. Find out more

If you are looking to volunteer, donate or support a charity, we'd love you to get involved with Afrocats. Make a difference to the lives of refugees and asylum seekers in Manchester. We’re working towards a fairer, more inclusive society And we’d love you to be part of it Nous sommes une petite association avec de grandes ambitions. Nous voulons voir les réfugiés et les demandeurs d'asile prospérer parce qu'ils ont pu s'intégrer pleinement dans la société. Mais nous ne pouvons pas faire cela seuls, nous avons besoin de votre soutien. Il existe de nombreuses façons de vous impliquer et de nous aider à bâtir des communautés résilientes qui mènent une vie heureuse et saine. School fundraising We have lots of ideas how your school can fundraise for Afrocats and help us creater a more inclusive Manchester. Find out more Partnerships Partner with Afrocats and your employees can support diverse communities across the city. Find out more Fundraise your way Whether you are running a marathon or hosting an event, you can fundraise for Afrocats on Just Giving. Find out more Make a donation today Chaque sou que nous collectons sert à éliminer les obstacles pour aider les gens à se connecter avec les communautés et à vivre une vie meilleure 10 £ fournira des données pour un jeune afin qu'il puisse rester connecté 10 £ fournira des données pour un jeune afin qu'il puisse rester connecté 5 £ paierait les dépenses d'un volontaire Faire un don Other ways to give There are lots of ways that you can support our work - whether it is celebrating a special occasion, leaving a gift in memory of a loved one, or donating as you shop online. Find out more

Our Natives of the World adult programme supports women to lead happy, healthy and creative lives, where they feel valued for the contributions they make. We work with women who have experienced inequality and trauma, supporting them to build confidence, develop skills and reconnect with their strengths. Many are navigating the asylum system. The women we work with often face isolation and challenges to their wellbeing, including the impact of long-term physical and mental health conditions. Through our programmes, we create space for connection, creativity and rebuilding confidence. 488 women aged 18+ 100% are Black, Asian or from the global majority 15% have experienced domestic violence 92% are currently in the asylum system Over the past year we've worked with Services for adults We help women to develop confidence, learn new skills and feel included. Healthy lives Whether it's shimmying and shaking or walking and talking, our projects support healthy hearts and happy lives. Creative culture We use creativity to support women to make friends, have fun and improve access to frontline services. We Learn Our Creative Learning Lab upskills women so they can start on the pathway to employment and be more internet-savvy. Volunteer with Afrocats Our volunteering opportunities help women to add vital experience to their CVs, raise their aspirations, and broaden their horizons. If you would like to join our adult programme, or would like to make a referral, fill in our enquiry form here. Maternity Care Read how we worked with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, the Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN), and Ardwick and Longsight Primary Care Network to explore ways to improve maternity care for women from Eastern African backgrounds living in Longsight. Find out more Find out more about our latest projects for adults Aucun post publié dans cette langue actuellement Dès que de nouveaux posts seront publiés, vous les verrez ici.

Youth of the World is our programme of work for young people so they can broaden their horizons. We work with children and young people aged 8 to 18 from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, in particular refugees and asylum seekrs. Our Youth of the World programme gives young people the chance to explore, grow, build new skills - and have fun along the way We work with children and young people aged 5 to 18, including those living in temporary accommodation, seeking sanctuary in the UK, or facing barriers due to their economic circumstances. We create opportunities for them to take part in activities and enriching experiences beyond school by building confidence, connection and a sense of belonging. 1322 children and young people 85% are Black, Asian or from the global majority 40% were living in temporary accomodation 10% are home schooled or not regularly attending school Over the past year we've worked with Services for young people We offer activities which include young people from marginalised backgrounds, help them to develop social and practical skills, and improve their wellbeing. Creative Expression Whether it's mark-making or hip-shaking, our Saturday sessions are full of creative energy and fun. We Lead Projects to level up leadership skills, develop confidence and empower young people to be leaders in their communities. Explore with Afrocats Cultural visits and inspiring experiences for young people in venues across Greater Manchester. Volunteer with Afrocats Volunteering opportunities to boost CVs, develop new skills, and meet new people. If you would like to join our youth programme, or would like to make a referral, fill in our enquiry form here. Read about our latest youth projects Aucun post publié dans cette langue actuellement Dès que de nouveaux posts seront publiés, vous les verrez ici.

We work with schools, community groups and organisations across Greater Manchester to deliver creative workshops that help children and adults explore creativity, culture and heritage.  We deliver creative and wellbeing workshops for schools, community groups and organisations across Greater Manchester We'll work with you to develop a workshop tailored to your needs. Get in touch to see how we can work together. Black History Month Every October we deliver interactive and engaging workshops that celebrate African and Caribbean culture through art, music, and creative movement. Black History Month is a very busy time for us, so get in touch soon to see how we can work together. Arts and crafts We can adapt our art and crafts workshops to cover topics that support your interests, including: Recycling Nature Space Identity and belonging Cultural identity Cultural dance and creative movement Our two-part dance and movement sessions involve a fun and cultural dance session with African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern movements. This is followed by a relaxing and slow-paced session using varied choreographic techniques. Music and storytelling Using music, singing and storytelling, our workshops will help participants to explore different cultures, identity, and memory using: drumming singing keyboards And more! Wellbeing We deliver wellbeing sessions that aim to create a space for participants away from their worries, unwind and relax. We use a range of techniques including: Yoga Mindfulness Relaxation Working with schools Our engaging workshops for schools takes your students on a creative journey where cultural stories come to life. Each workshop can be part of your school's curriculum, and tailored to meet your needs. If you are interested in booking an Afrocats school workshop, fill in our booking request form and we'll be in touch. School workshop booking form

We mentor diverse artists as they develop their creative practice We deliver early career mentoring for artists looking to develop their skills in creative facilitation settings with young people in schools and community groups in: Participatory arts School workshops Theatre and performance art Dance and creative movement Facilitation skills Data and evaluation Our mentees build a strong foundation in how their chosen art form and creativity can support children and young people in schools, community groups and other youth settings. And we work closely with our partners and networks to provide citywide opportunities for emerging artists to develop their skills through schools and different organisations in the charity sector - and beyond. If you need our support, get in touch below. Get in touch

Afrocats can support your organisation with training to discover practical resolutions to your shared challenges. We'll help you start the conversations needed to achieve vital milestones on your equity, diversity and inclusion journey. Our training will help you start your equity, diversity and inclusion journey and deliver long-term impact With over 20 years’ experience and deep lived insight, our founder and CEO, Magdalen Bartlett, works with teams and organisations to improve services and create more meaningful, inclusive engagement for everyone. 'To build a more balanced society, we must be willing to challenge our own perceptions and biases. That starts with expanding our knowledge, and questioning ourselves every day.' Magdalen Bartlett - Afrocats founder and CEO Our training is designed for organisations and networks working with diverse communities, and is tailored to your needs. We use a unique four-step approach that encourages participation, reflection, and practical learning. Through lived experience, open discussion and group activities, we support teams to tackle shared challenges and create meaningful, lasting change. Download our training pack to learn more, or get in touch for pricing. Download now

Through our work with refugees and asylum seekers, we aim to achieve meaningful social change by developing resilient communities. We build happy, resilient communities where people can connect and thrive Through creativity, culture and shared experiences, we support people to grow in confidence, and feel part of something bigger Our programmes Through community consultation, we develop creative activities, professional development and volunteering opportunities for young people, women, and families. We collaborate with leading organisations to empower individuals and families, cultivating improved well-being, better self-esteem, and exciting opportunities for a successful future. Youth of the World Activities for children and young people to broaden their horizons Find out more Natives of the World Our programme for women to support happy and healthy lives Find out more Families Afrocats activities and projects that the whole family can enjoy. Find out more Our timetable All Afrocats sessions run from 10am to 12pm and are based in Manchester. If you’d like to get involved, take part, or refer someone, please email info@afrocats.org.uk . Commission our workshops We work with schools, groups and organisations across Greater Manchester to deliver creative workshops that help young people and adults discover culture, creativity and resilience. Find out more Consultancy and training We use our expertise to support organisations through consultancy and training. We can provide a range of services, including: Creating diverse interview panels Developing inclusive programmes Bespoke frameworks for your work Our specialist training for effective engagement will support you to improve equity, diversity and inclusion. Find out more Mentoring We use our knowledge and expertise to mentor early career and diverse artists so they can develop their creative practice. Find out more «Vous ne pouvez pas parler de Magdalen sans un grand sourire car son énergie et son enthousiasme sont tout simplement contagieux. Elle s'engage à 100% à faire en sorte que les voix souvent inouïes soient clairement écoutées et travaille avec une passion, une intégrité et une gentillesse qui inspirent tout autour d'elle. Ce fut une joie de voir les participants de première main s'épanouir sous les soins de Magdalen et être soutenus pour développer leurs propres compétences et leurs réseaux sociaux. Sarah Hiscock, responsable de l'engagement - Manchester International Festival

We work closely with refugees and asylum seekers to create inspiring experiences and opportunities. Together, we break down barriers and fears so they can integrate fully into society and have a better quality of life. We're an award-winning charity supporting people who face social exclusion across Greater Manchester We are a Black and female-led charity working closely with local communities throughout the city to break down barriers, raise aspirations, and inspire the next generation of women and young people. Nous travaillons avec les communautés pour co-créer des opportunités pour les personnes confrontées à des difficultés dans leur vie et qui souhaitent s'intégrer pleinement dans la société. Nous sommes passionnés par l'élimination des barrières sociales, économiques, culturelles et linguistiques afin que les gens puissent avoir une meilleure qualité de vie. Our team We're a small but dedicated team of practitioners, volunteers and consultants who work together to help communities thrive Meet our team Our partners Our partners help us to create social change by collaborating on projects that build a happier and more inclusive Manchester. Find out more Our approach Support We support children, young people and adults to access enriching activities that will build their confidence, skillset and sense of belonging. Engage We challenge cultural stereotypes in a supportive and safe environment to help create more positive narratives and understanding. Empower We give people who access our programmes the tools so they can take raise their aspirations and broaden their horizons for a better future. Collaborate We work in partnership to achieve our vision of a resilient and inclusive society for everyone. Our theory of change Charity information Read our latest Trustee Reports and Accounts Read our latest impact report Download our safeguarding policy Download our safeguarding code of practice Download our GDPR policy Read our privacy policy Notre travail est rendu possible grâce à nos bailleurs de fonds et supporters Our funders We are thankful for the generosity of our funders. If you are a grant-giving body and would like to support our work, drop us a line at info@afrocats.org.uk .

The nature of our work means that we work with vulnerable people. We make it our top priority to keep them safe at all times by having robust safeguarding policies and procedures. Keeping people safe The nature of our work means that we work with vulnerable people, and we make it our top priority to keep them safe at all times. We have robust safeguarding procedures and practices to ensure that we create safe spaces and keep the children and adults we work with free from harm. We follow safer recruitment processes when we recruit staff, freelancers and artists Everyone who works with Afrocats must have an enhanced DBS Our staff and volunteers complete safeguarding training All staff who work directly with children and young people also receive regular Our staff and volunteers follow our safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance Download our safeguarding policy Download our safeguarding code of practice Download our safeguarding flow chart