This blog explores the experiences of young people of African heritage in schools across the North of England, as well as how their upbringing has impacted their ability to thrive in educational environments.
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In a powerful gathering that brought together over 40 parents, carers, community leaders, and professionals, Afrikindness—working in partnership with Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service (LMWS) and Touchstone…
Afrikindness, a community-based charity supporting children and young people from minoritised communities, is proud to announce that it has received funding from the Asda Foundation to deliver a series of targeted wellbeing and leadership workshops for teenagers.
Afrikindness is proud to announce that it has secured funding from Blooming Genius to deliver a dedicated Neurodiversity Family Support Programme in Leeds, aimed at supporting neurodiverse children aged 5–17 with complex needs and their families.
To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Afrikindness hosted a powerful and timely webinar titled “From Intent to Impact: Removing Barriers to Neuro-Inclusive Engagement.” The session brought together over 120 participants from across four continents, including representatives from local authorities, government, education, businesses, and the voluntary sector.
Afrikindness is proud to share that its Youth Ambassadors, as part of the Youth Mentoring Programme, recently took part in the West Yorkshire Mayor’s Question Time held in March 2026 at Wakefield College, ensuring that young people’s voices were directly represented in regional civic discussions.
Afrikindness is proud to announce the successful completion of its first cohort of the Parenting with Purpose – 6-Week Training Programme, delivered as part of the Reducing Parental Conflict Programme funded by the UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Leeds, UK — A powerful and reflective parent session was recently held at RCCG Power Connections Church Leeds, bringing together a room filled with incredible women to explore the transformative theme of “Give to Gain.”
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Afrikindness, an award-winning charity supporting children, young people, and families, continues to expand its work within faith communities across Bradford and Leeds—delivering culturally responsive training and practical support to empower both leaders and parents.
Afrikindness proudly delivered a culturally responsive safeguarding training session at the NCL Women’s Group event in celebration of International Women’s Day, bringing together women from diverse backgrounds to learn, connect, and celebrate shared achievements.
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