Equality Groups

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Organisation (Please click for more info)	Organisation Description	Services Provided
Apto Initiatives CIC	Apto Initiatives is a community Interest Company working with BAME youth in rebuilding self esteem and well being. We work with BAME and Vulnerable youth between the ages of 11-16, and 17-25, 26-30	Our aims and objectives are: To change youth attitudes and rebuild self - esteem and wellbeing To change youth behaviours from criminal to good citizens To train youth in soft life skills such as –problem solving, listening, teamwork, leadership, work ethics, community engagement, communication including online etiquette and safety. To train youth in practical skills such as plumbing, carpentry, tailoring, catering etc. To work with local authorities and government departments in designing policies that are inclusive for vulnerable youth To work with other youth groups in sharing best practices To work with relevant industries for youth work placements
GlamSci	GlamSci is a non-profit STEM diversity educational charity, based in Greater London. We create bespoke hands-on events for Schools, Colleges, Local Businesses and Local Community Projects. At GlamSci, we are dedicated to helping disadvantaged men and women into careers and education in STEM. GlamSci’s vision is to take STEM out of the classroom scenario, putting it back into the local community, giving people the reins to control their own educational journey by guiding them through STEM education, building trust and confidence, and get them involved in the world of endless possibilities that a career in STEM promises. As a diversity project, GlamSci aims to empower students through STEM, to help overcome adversity, break barriers and build resilience. GlamSci aims to support all marginalised groups, including NEET Students, those with gang history, LGBT+ and SEN students, build up their STEM skills, securing work experience placements and support them into further studies or into STEM careers.	Motivational talks and lectures Activity and demonstration days INSET training and CPD events Bespoke UCAS services Study clubs Fun days, festivals and community events International events
HAVEN	We are a Social Group for LGBT people. A safe place to meet every Friday (except 4th week its thurday) at Asda, Bexleyheath	Social meetings, Board Games, Occasional Days Out including: Theatre, Beach, Rambles and Places of Interest.
Bexleyheath & Crayford Waterside Women's Institute	The aim of the WI is to bring together like-minded women who come together to enjoy activities, further their education and find friendship in one and others company.	Social groups, walks, talks, demonstrations, outings, craft, book group, the opportunity for further education.
Belvedere Asian Women's Group	The Asian women's Group is open to all Asian women living and working in the London Borough of Bexley. It provides an opportunity for women to meet to discuss issues of concern to them and share their experiences. The Belvedere Asian Women's Group provides an opportunity for Asian women to come together to socialise, access information and advice on a range of issues and most importantly to have some time for themselves.	Meetings every Wednesday 10.30 AM to 1.30PM
Bexley Mencap	Supporting people with learning disabilities and their families.	Support for carers Self-advocacy for adults with learning disability Social & Leisure activities for adults with learning disabilities Support for adults with learning disabilities at health appointments Support for adults with learning disabilities to sustain independent living or access community activities
Re-Instate	Re-Instate is a charity working to improve employment opportunities, quality of life and well-being for disadvantaged people in the London Borough of Bexley including people experiencing mental ill-health, people with learning disabilities and young people. A key part of the vision for Re-Instate is the provision of employment services that build sustainable recovery for people experiencing mental ill-health.	- Mental Health Employment Service - W-rap (Well-being, Recovery Activity Parcels) - Living Well Project - supporting adults with learning disabilities in a range of healthy living activities - Barista Buddies - supporting people to learn to be a barista - Basils' café and refreshment area - offering volunteering opportunities for clients -Spud Buddies - pop-up potato based catering offering volunteering opportunities for clients
Bexley Women's Aid	Bexley Women’s Aid provide refuge accommodation and outreach support to women and children experiencing domestic abuse.	Refuge accommodation Helpline Outreach support for women One Stop Shop Drop in service Community Support Groups Freedom Programme Positive Assertive Confidence Training Mother’s Moving Forward Group Children’s Outreach Support Education and Prevention Work Training for Domestic Abuse Awareness
Bexley Snap	Our vision is that disabled children have choices and a right to a fulfilling life. Our values are: Understanding and showing respect and commitment to the families that we work with. Being passionate because disabled children and young people need a champion at all times. Actively listening so that we can help reduce the struggle and battle parents face. Seeing the disabled child as part of a whole family with different support needs. Believing that disabled children belong and are welcome in our community.	Holiday Clubs After school Clubs Saturday Clubs Youth Clubs Lego Club Counselling and parent courses
Metro Charity	A centre in South East London for lesbian, gay and bisexual people and those questioning their sexuality. Providing information, support, advice, education and training. METRO is a leading equality & diversity charity, providing health, community & youth services across London & the South East & national & international projects.	Youth services Mental health & wellbeing services Sexual & reproductive health & HIV services Community participation & involvement
Centrepieces - Mental Health Arts Project	Centrepieces mental health art project provides opportunities for people who have experienced mental ill health to develop skills in art, and to exhibit and sell their artwork. It also undertakes art projects in schools and the community, including public art commissions.	Promoting mental health recovery through art: Activities include: Exhibitions of artists work. Current tutor lead sessions include: creative writing, sculpture, mosaic, watercolours and photography Informal art drop in sessions. Commissions of public art.
Bexley Deaf Centre	Bexley Deaf Centre aims to provide information, education and support for Deaf people in Bexley enabling them to enjoy the same quality of life as those with normal hearing. It aims to make a difference to the lives of Deaf people through encouragement and empowerment to live independent lives whilst also increasign Deaf Awareness wherever possible. If you should require any further information please do contact us.	Hearing Aid Clinics Lunch Club Job Club British Sign Language levels 1,2 & 3 Bespoke Deaf Awareness classes BSL Walking Football Team Lip reading classes Advocacy and advice Hearing Impaired equipment advice
Bexley Accessible Transport Scheme	We aim to reduce loneliness and isolation by providing community transport to the vulnerable and less able.	Hop’N shop SEN transport Adult Day centre Transport Patient transport Shop mobility Community transport Individual transport Group hire Day trips 938 Travel Training.
Bexley Dodgers Boccia Club	Competitive and recreational Boccia for people with disabilities. The Bexley Dodgers Boccia Club is run in conjunction with Cleeve Park School and has extended membership to include players with a physical disability. Sessions are held at Cleeve Park on the 3rd Sunday of each month with existing members who have a learning disability. Boccia is similar to French Boules and is a game of skill that is included in the Paralympics. Players can either throw, kick or use a ramp to propel the ball towards the target. Boccia is a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone no matter what disability they may have.	Teaching the game of boccia and seeking competitive opportunities
Belvedere Community Forum	Belvedere Community Forum is a non-political charity whose aim is to give the local residents and businesses within the DA17 area a voice in issues which affect the area they live and work. We organise community events throughout the year for the local area.	Regular public meetings about local issues, with representatives from local organisations
Bexley Gujarati Samaj	To provide advice and support to the Gujarati community in Bexley to help integrate into the British Society.	Yoga classes (Tues eve & Wed pm) Outings for older people Religious Events Programmes for young people
Insight Bexley	Insight Bexley is a registered charity that provides housing and benefit advice to young people and people from BME groups. Insight Bexley also provides a back to work training for young people who have not been in Employment, Education or Training (NEET).	Housing advice Benefit advice Advice surgeries/sessions Back to Work training Mentoring for Young people to motivate, encourage and empower them to achieve.
Social Arts for Education (S.A.F.E.)	A study centre for children 11-18 who are unable to cope in mainstream school due to bullying and associated reasons. Exam centre for home-schooled children. Academic tuition and a variety of therapies and counselling. After-school club and play scheme in summer holidays.	Academic tuition and a variety of therapies and counselling. After-school club and play scheme in summer holidays.
Bexley Down's Syndrome Group	Our Group offer support, information and we fundraise to provide social activities for members and/or families living in the borough.	Social Activities Annual Christmas meal christmas pantomime trip
Bexley Voice for Special Needs Children	Bexley Voice is a voluntary led group of parents and carers of children and young people (aged 0-25) with special/additional needs and disabilities (SEND) living in Bexley. We provide information and signpost to empower families to obtain the best possible services for their family.	We keep parents up to date with local and national issues/intiatives via our: Comprehensive website School Visit Programme - going in to schools, pre schools etc. to talk with parents about local services and national issues. Regular Tea and Talk sessions (including evening dates) where parents can drop in to speak with us about specific issues, enjoy a cuppa and listen to a relevant professional speak about their service. Regular E bulletins for members which highlight services, legislation changes and sharing local & national consultations Active Facebook group – open only to parent carers in Bexley – where parents support each other on a wide range of topics We proactively consult with our members on a range of topics to enable us to provide a voice for parent/carers at all levels. We Attend a wide range of meetings to provide a voice for our members; to network and build partnerships with other local groups and neighbouring Parent Forums, with service providers and the Local Authority and CCG to influence the maintenance and development of services for our members. We offer workshops and briefings to parent carers as funding allows.

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