Afrikindness
Research Findings
We amplify voices, uncover hidden barriers, and translate insights into meaningful action that supports children, parents, educators, and services.
GET IN TOUCHWhy Explore Afrikindness Research?
At Afrikindness, our research is rooted in the lived experiences of the communities we serve. We take a community-led, people-centred approach – ensuring that the voices, challenges, and realities of diverse families directly shape the questions we ask and the solutions we develop. Our work focuses on addressing racial and mental health inequalities, particularly within underrepresented communities where gaps in research, access, and support persist.
We don’t just study issues – we amplify voices, uncover hidden barriers, and translate insights into meaningful action that supports children, parents, educators, and services.
What Makes Our Research Different?
- Community-Driven: Co-produced with families and communities, ensuring authenticity, trust, and real-world relevance.
- Equity-Focused: Addressing racial disparities, mental health inequalities, neurodiversity, and systemic barriers in education and healthcare.
- Collaborative Partnerships: Working alongside organisations such as the NHS and other partners to identify research gaps, improve service delivery, and influence inclusive practices.
- Addressing Underrepresentation: Actively centring Black and minority ethnic communities whose experiences are often missing or overlooked in mainstream research.
Action-Oriented: Designed to go beyond insight—informing policy, shaping services, and driving tangible change.
Why It Matters to You
Access evidence-based insights rooted in real community experiences, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to better support children and young people.
This is more than research—it’s a collective effort to close gaps, elevate voices, and build a more inclusive and responsive system for all.
NEURODIVERSITY Disparities in Autism
Barriers to Accessing Autism Diagnosis by Black African Families of Autistics in The United Kingdom
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Many parents in hindsight, recount that more information and education on autism and available support could have helped them get timely diagnosis for their children
MENTAL HEALTH
Breaking Barriers: Understanding Access to Mental Health Support in Black Communities in Leeds
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Breaking Barriers: What might be preventing Black Communities in Leeds from accessing mental health support?
CLINICAL RESEARCH (Mental Health & Dementia)
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Bridging the Gap: Increasing Black Community Representation in Clinical Research
YOUTH-LED RESEARCH PROJECT
Race, Racism & Education
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A Study of Racial Identity Formation and Its Impact on the Educational Experiences of Adolescents of African Heritage in the North of England
Partner With Us
Are you an organisation, research body, or service provider committed to tackling inequality and improving outcomes for diverse communities?
We’d love to work with you
Partner with Afrikindness to co-produce impactful, community-driven research, address critical gaps in services, and help shape more inclusive and equitable systems.
Get in touch today to explore collaboration opportunities and be part of meaningful, lasting change.
Get in touch today to explore collaboration opportunities and be part of meaningful, lasting change.
