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.

Our vision
A society where people from marginalised backgrounds are welcomed, included, and supported to succeed.

Our mission

To build agency, aspiration, and opportunities for young people and women through creative engagement and improved wellbeing.

Our values

Ethical and Inclusive
- We prioritise individuals, creating opportunities for them to build confidence and integrate into society.
Supportive
- We strive to support people during challenging times, fostering a sense of belonging and self-worth.
Collaborative
- We partner with communities to ensure their voices are heard and inform our work.

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

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.