Blog
MCR Social!
25/01/2024
MCR Social is a fantastic new programme supporting disabled and neurodivergent young people aged 14-18 to access all that Manchester has to offer. Whether it’s live music, cinema, bowling or shopping, MCR Social arranges free entry with a volunteer to support the activity every step of the way. After an initial online meeting to plan some activities together, the young person gets up to six sessions, lasting up to six hours each. Excited about this? We are! We’re delighted at this new venture from the SEND Community Offer in collaboration with Greater Manchester Youth Network (GMYN). The young person needs to live in the Manchester City Council area and is asked to apply with the support of an adult – use this application form. If you have any questions, including accessibility around applying and taking part, get in touch with Trystan - trystan.kent@gmyn.co.uk, 07708 022320.
FLIP Skateboarding & Music
20/11/2023
MANCCYCLES and GMYN offer an exciting opportunity for young people aged 11-16 with SEND and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs living in the Manchester City Council area. Riding sessions are every Saturday 11am-3pm, meeting at the Procter Learning Centre, Hulme Street, Off Jackson Crescent M15 5EF. Bikes, helmets and other safety equipment are provided for cycle routes across Greater Manchester, along with regular bike maintenance sessions. All young people take part in a pre-ride induction before attending Saturday rides but need to be competent riders. Contact Roger Newell at MANCCYCLES for more information and to book places – info@manccycles.co.uk, 07970 922132.
Social Media Questionnaire
23/10/2023
https://forms.gle/NaW9zu2dHtG7DzUs8
The Local Offer needs help with how we should be using social media to engage with our target audience, which is 14-25 year olds with SEND! One way we plan to do this is by conducting market research to understand our audience's interests, preferences, and behaviours. This can help us tailor our social media content to their needs and interests. We need SEND young people to fill out our form to get the best research!