We're an award winning charity that supports people who face social exclusion in Greater Manchester.

Afrocats is a Black and female-led charity. We work closely with the communities and people who access our projects to create inspiring experiences and opportunities.

Together, we address and dismantle inequality.

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

Our mission

To build agency, aspiration and opportunities for young people and women from the global majority through creative engagement to improve their life chances.

Our values

Our values shape the way we work. We are:

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 society.

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Our approach

Support

We support children, young people and adults to access activities that will build their confidence, skill set and sense of belonging.

Engage

We challenge stereotypes around culture and immigration in a supportive and safe environment to help create a more positive narrative and understanding in society.