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Afrocats Impact Report 2023 In 2023 Afrocats has grown from strength to stregth, working in partnership with organisations who have shared values to support more people than ever before. ​ The generosity and advocacy for Afrocats from our supporters has meant that we can transform the lives and raise the aspirations of the refugees, asylum seekers and diverse young people we work with. Download our impact report

Faire un don Chaque sou donné sert directement à rendre notre travail possible 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 Pourquoi votre soutien est important Nous sommes une petite association avec de grandes ambitions. Nous voulons voir les réfugiés, les demandeurs d'asile et les personnes économiquement défavorisées 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. Ensemble, nous bâtirons des communautés résilientes qui mèneront une vie heureuse et saine. Autres façons de donner Faire un don par téléphone Appelez-nous au 07834083437 Entre 21h00 et 17h00 Lundi vendredi Faire un don par courrier 83 rue Ducie Manchester M1 2JQ

If we feel tired, tense and are worrying about not sleeping, it can then make it even harder for us to sleep well. Translate this page Progressive muscle relaxation Sit back or lie down in a comfortable position. Shut your eyes if it is comfortable. Begin by taking a deep breath and notice the feeling of air filling your lungs. Hold your breath for a few seconds. 1, 2, 3 Release the breath slowly and let the tension leave your body. Take in another deep breath and hold it. 1, 2, 3 Again, slowly release the air. Even slower now, take another breath. Fill your lungs and hold the air. 1, 2, 3 Slowly release your breath and imagine the feeling of tension leaving your body. Pay attention to the feeling of relaxation, and how different it is from tension. Stretch your muscles and open your eyes when you are ready. Resetting your body clock If you're a night owl and you fall asleep in the early hours of the morning then wake up later in the morning, you can take these steps for 3 weeks to reset your body clock: Wake up 2-3 hours earlier than usual and get plenty of outdoor light in the morning Eat breakfast as soon as possible Have lunch at the same time every day, and eat nothing after 7pm Ban caffeine after 3pm No naps after 4pm Go to bed 2-3 hours earlier than usual and limit light in the evening Maintain the same sleep and wake times every day "Sleep is the best meditation." Dalai Lama Multilingual downloads Urdu French Farsi English

When negative thinking takes over it can impact our mental health, leaving you feeling depressed or anxious. ​ Translate this page Imagine you are lying on a big grassy hill. Feel the grass underneath your feet. How would the sun feel shining on your face? Imagine the feeling of a soft breeze. Listen to the sounds of birds around you. There is nothing else. Just you, the hill, and the open sky. Now, imagine that each thought you notice is a cloud passing overhead. Notice each thought as it comes up and watch it just as you would watch a cloud passing on a sunny day. You are not trying to do anything about it, not worrying about it or trying to change it; just observing it with a smile. You will begin to notice more thoughts arising. Do not do anything about these either. Just watch them come into your sky and then gently float away. Breathing in, breathing out. Thoughts as Clouds Compassionate friend Get into a comfortable position. Close your eyes and put your hands on your heart. Imagine you are in a safe and comfortable place. Now imagine you have a visitor. They are a compassionate friend - full of wisdom, strength and unconditional love. Take a few moments. Imagine your compassionate friend in as much detail as possible. Allow yourself to feel what it is like to be in their presence. Keep that in your mind for a few moments. Take a few more moments to enjoy your friends' presence. Your friend is a part of yourself. All the compassionate feelings you are experiencing flow from your own inner wisdom. “Deep down in the human spirit there is a reservoir of courage. It is always available, always waiting to be discovered” Pema Chodron Multilingual downloads Urdu French Farsi English

Would you like to give your time to a charity doing fantastic work in Greater Manchester? Volunteer roles Table Talk volunteer ​ Could you spare an hour and a half on a Monday to support our Table Talk project? Working with women from the global majority you will help them with anything from understanding energy bills to using popular apps and how to find local events. The women would be particularly interested in learning: ​ Tips to reduce energy bills Using Google Maps Using Eventbrite Ideas for low cost meals ​ You would need to be available on Mondays from 11 am to 12.30 pm. We meet in central Manchester locations, travel expenses can be reimbursed. ​ ​ ​ ​ Youth of the World Saturday Volunteer We are looking for volunteers to join our fantastic team and support our Saturday sessions. Volunteers will assist our Project Assistants and Artists to deliver with the workshops and support our children . Experience with working with children is essential, desirable experience of working with neurodiverse children. Full enhanced DBS will be provided along with travel expenses for each session. ​ General Volunteering roles ​ We're always on the lookout for people who can support us with core areas of operational activity: ​ Administration Project management Youth work Creative producing Marketing Artist liaison Drivers ​ Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear about any specific roles. ​ ​ Sign up Get in touch

Faire un don Chaque sou donné sert directement à rendre notre travail possible Online dance class timetable Every Wednesday at 6:30 pm ​ 3 April 10 April 17 April 24 April Pourquoi votre soutien est important Nous sommes une petite association avec de grandes ambitions. Nous voulons voir les réfugiés, les demandeurs d'asile et les personnes économiquement défavorisées 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. Ensemble, nous bâtirons des communautés résilientes qui mèneront une vie heureuse et saine. Autres façons de donner Faire un don par téléphone Appelez-nous au 07834083437 Entre 21h00 et 17h00 Lundi vendredi Faire un don par courrier 83 rue Ducie Manchester M1 2JQ

Afrocats x Whitworth presents: Shimmy and shake through the gallery Tuesday 28 May Wednesday 29 May Thursday 30 May Free, no need to book Afrocats are back, for their half-term collaboration with the Whitworth Art Gallery. Join us for three fun-filled days and a vibrant and creative cultural experience for all ages. Shimmy and shake your way through the gallery listening to the cultural music that will echo through the galleires. The Everyday Art School will have different arts and crafts activities each day that you can attend to let your imagination run wild. ​ Led by diverse professional artists, this event is a great opportunity to learn about and celebrate culture. The activities are designed to be inclusive and accessible to everyone, regardless of age or experience. All sessions are FREE, drop-in, no need to book. Everyone is welcome. For individuals and families who require accessibility support for travel please let us know that you will be joining. Register your attendance here. ​

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Through our work we dismantle the health and wellbeing inequalities people seeking sanctuary face 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. Maternity Care We're working in partnership with the NHS, the Longside Primary Care Network and the Caribbean and African Health Network to reduce maternity health inequalities in Manchester. Find out more Wellbeing and mindfulness tools We worked with over 35 women in culturally specific groups to develop mindfulness and wellbeing tools. These resources are available for anyone experiencing difficulties to make use of them in their daily lives. Use our tools Menopause project We're creating a comfortable and friendly space for women from sanctuary-seeking backgrounds to talk about their reproductive health with GPs and medical professionals Find out more Fitness Fridays We worked with Women Asylum Seekers Together (WAST) to deliver creative movement and fitness sessions to give women in the asylum process a break from their daily stressors. Find out more

Join our team of freelancers, artists and consultants Calling All Freelance Emerging Artists! Master the Art of Multi-Generational Sessions with Afrocats! ​ Afrocats seeks a talented emerging global majority background artist who possesses both musicianship and storytelling as a creative practice to join our award-winning programme at the renowned Whitworth Art Gallery! ​ Do you have a passion for: Creating engaging art experiences? Working with diverse age groups in one space? Sharing your artistic knowledge and skills? This is your chance to: Develop your skills in leading multi-generational storytelling and music sessions. Learn from Afrocats' proven program at the prestigious Whitworth Art Gallery. Become part of a supportive network of artists and work opportunities. ​ You will need: Artistic Practice A strong professional practice in at least two disciplines: singing, music performance, and storytelling. Experience in creating and delivering engaging and interactive workshops. A demonstrably strong and unique artistic voice that celebrates and reflects the experiences of a global majority or BAME background. Intergenerational Engagement A passion for working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Experience in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for intergenerational workshops. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with participants of all ages. Collaboration A willingness to collaborate with Whitworth staff and artists to develop creative and inspiring workshops that complement the gallery exhibitions and theme. A flexible and adaptable approach to working within a team environment Be available for the programme on the following dates: May 28th, 29th, and 30th Here's what you'll need to do: Participate in a talent-share session with our artists (date to be confirmed - one week before the programme). Attend an interview (first week of May 2024) Ready to apply? Please submit your CV, short film, or other online platform with your biography and a short statement explaining why this opportunity is important to you. ​ Don't miss this chance to take your artistic practice to the next level! ​ Send your application to admin@afrocats.org.uk by noon on Tuesday April 30th 2024. ​ We will respond to successful candidates for an interview by Friday, May 3rd, 2024. ​ The Arts Council fully funds this opportunity! The project is delivered in partnership with Whitworth Art Gallery. ​ Calling all multi-disciplinary artists! Join our exiting collaboration with the Whitworth! Afrocats is looking for a multi-disciplinary artist for our intergenerational workshops. We seek a talented and engaging multi-disciplinary artist from a global majority or BAME background who can sing, play music, and tell stories to lead workshops in an intergenerational space. This role is part of our exciting collaboration with the Whitworth Art Gallery in May 2024. Essential Criteria Artistic Practice A strong professional practice in at least two disciplines: singing, music performance, and storytelling. Experience in creating and delivering engaging and interactive workshops. A demonstrably strong and unique artistic voice that celebrates and reflects the experiences of a global majority or BAME background. Intergenerational Engagement: A passion for working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Experience in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for intergenerational workshops. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with participants of all ages. Collaboration A willingness to collaborate with Whitworth staff and artists to develop creative and inspiring workshops that complement the gallery's exhibitions and theme. A flexible and adaptable approach to working within a team environment. ​ Desirable Criteria Experience working in a museum or gallery setting. Additional Information: The programme takes place on the following dates: May 28th, 29th, and 30th Here's what you'll need to do: Participate in a talent-share session with our artists (date to be confirmed - one week before the programme). Attend an interview (first week of May 2024) How to Apply: Please submit your CV, short film, or other online platform with your biography and a short statement explaining why this opportunity is important to you. ​ Dont miss this chance to take your artistic practice to the next level! ​ Send your application to admin@afrocats.org.uk by noon on Tuesday, April 30th 2024. ​ We will respond to successful candidates for an interview by Friday, May 3rd, 2024. ​ We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from artists from all backgrounds, particularly those from a global majority or of diverse heritage.

We work with diverse artists, mentoring them as they develop their creative practice We're commissioned to deliver mentoring to early career artists who are looking to develop their skills in creative facilitation with young people in schools and in community settings. We can offer mentoring support for: ​ Participatory arts School workshops Theatre and performance art Dance and creative movement Facilitation skills Evaluation Our mentees gain an understanding of how how their artform and creativity can be used to benefit children and young people in schools, community groups and other youth settings. ​ We work closely with our partners and networks to provide opportunities for emerging artists to develop their skills and gaining knowledge of how schools and different organisations work. ​ Get in touch you would like to commission us to deliver mentoring. ​ ​ Get in touch

We'd love for you to join us at an event, workshop or performance. Half term at The Whitworth Join us for free arts, crafts and movement activities over half term delivered in partnership by Afrocats x Whitworth. Find out more