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#WorkingWithDisability - providing vital equipment, education & employment training for children and young people who are disabled and neurodiverse.

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Meet Lacey. Lacey is 11 years old. She’s gearing up to start secondary school in September and can’t wait to learn more about art, science and maths. 👩‍🔬

At home, when Lacey isn’t playing with her dog, Zelda, you can find her gaming, reading or playing the piano. 🎮

Lacey also has mobility issues. We met Lacey last year after her mum searched for charities that could help meet her mobility needs. We’ve got to know every little thing that makes her tick - because those small details make her who she is, and that directly feeds into the support we offer her. 💜

Please share Lacey’s story and help us give more ‘little BIG’ support to young people like Lacey.

#LittleBigSupport #CreatingOpportunities #WorkingWithDisability #DisabilityInclusion #ThisIsAFK by @afkcharity

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3 years ago

Our new campaign is called ‘little BIG’ support, and it’s powered by incredibly kind people like you.

Whether it’s Lacey’s passion for fashion, or Matthew’s love of the theatre, here at AFK we get to know every little thing that’s important to the young people we work with. And every time you donate, you’ll help us equip them with the big, tailored support they need to chase their dreams 💫

Follow the link in our bio to find out more about the campaign and help us support more young people with disabilities or autism to live more independent lives.

#LittleBigSupport #ThisIsAFK #WorkingWithDisability #DisabilityInclusion #CreatingOpportunities by @afkcharity

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To empower children and young people with disabilities and autism to dream BIG, we believe we need to think small.

We do that by getting to know every little thing that makes the young people we work with the wonderful individuals they are. We tailor our support to meet their very specific needs, interests and ambitions, equipping them with exactly what they require. This is everything from bespoke powered wheelchairs and specialised trikes, to skills training for life beyond school and the exciting world of work.

We show them how little everyday victories can add up to something far bigger than even they could ever imagine.

Visit our website through the link in our bio to find out more about how we support young people to live a more independent life and chase their dreams 💜

#ThisIsAFK #WorkingWithDisability #DisabilityInclusion #CreatingOpportunities by @afkcharity

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A massive shoutout to our incredible Royal Parks Half Marathon runners, David, Mike and Prateek, who took on the challenge yesterday and raised over £2,000 for AFK! 💜

We're so grateful to you all for going the extra mile (quite literally!) to support disabled and neurodiverse young people.

Thanks a million, everyone. We're so proud to have you on Team AFK! 🏃‍♂️💜

#TeamAFK #RoyalParksHalf #Fundraising taken in Royal Parks Half Marathon-London by @afkcharity

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4 days ago

As the seasons change and you look for activities that aren't weather-dependent, does the cinema feel like an option for your family?

If it hasn't previously, we'd like to invite you to our C.I.N.E.M.A: Caring Inclusive Neuro-affirming Experiences Made for All

Our next C.I.N.E.M.A features The Nightmare Before Christmas:
📆Sunday 25th October
⏰️10:30am
📍ArtHouse, Crouch End
As well as a full screening of the film you'll find:
- Spooky photo backdrops
- An (optional) Costume Catwalk
- Vegan Trick ‘o’ Treats

All our C.I.N.E.M.A include:
- Sensory adjustments to sound, lighting and movement
- Dedicated spaces to take a break, with film-themed activities and
- Lowered social expectations throughout the screening

All sales go to local children's charitable causes, @afkcharity and @pathsthroughchange - bookings via link in bio

#neurodiversity #autism #disability #adhd #tourettes taken in ArtHouse - Crouch End by @afkcharity

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Our AFK Autumn Raffle is now live!

Tickets cost £1, and you could win £500, £100 or £50. Enter before 9 October and you’ll also be included in an early bird draw to win one of five £20 M&S vouchers.

Every ticket helps disabled children and young people access the equipment and opportunities they need.

Enter via the ticket link in our bio! by @afkcharity

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Are you looking for a Halloween activity that fits somewhere between child-friendly and jump-scare horror?

Our next C.I.N.E.M.A screening is The Nightmare Before Christmas:
*Sunday 25th October*
*10:30am*
*ArtHouse, Crouch End*

Aimed at tweens and teens, as well as the film they'll find:
- Spooky photo backdrops
- An (optional) Costume Catwalk
- Vegan Trick ‘o’ Treats

C.I.N.E.M.A. stands for Comfortable, Inclusive, Neuro-affirming Experiences Made for All and include:
- Sensory adjustments to sound, lighting and movement
- Dedicated spaces to take a break, with film-themed activities and
- Lowered social expectations throughout the screening

All sales go to local children's charitable causes, AFK and Paths Through Change - bookings via link in bio

#crouchendparents #northlondon #tweens #teens #neurodiversity taken in ArtHouse - Crouch End by @afkcharity

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I had the great pleasure of being part of my first photo shoot with one of my first commercial pieces that I designed.

DM me to find out more about owning this dress and coat.

Thank you to everybody involved.

Team
Model @angelinavenuss
Photographer @julitovolitio
Assistant @paulaszeplaki
Producer @sarahhowellsphotography
Designer and stylist @fds_consultancy

@soif.studios for providing the studio space

@afkcharity for all the support they’ve given me taken in Soif Studios by @afkcharity

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15 days ago

Inspiring future baristas in Tottenham!
Today we had the absolute pleasure of hosting Antwan from @afkcharity at Cafe Lemon for an introductory barista session! He spent the hour getting a hands-on feel for the espresso machine, learning how coffee is made, and exploring what it takes to be a barista.

Antwan brought incredible enthusiasm to the workshop, and watching young local talent discover a passion for coffee is what our community is all about.

Wishing Antwan all the best as he takes his next steps!

Cafe Lemon | West Green Road, Tottenham N15 5AA

#CafeLemon #Tottenham #WestGreenRoad #BaristaWorkshop #YoungTalent taken in Tottenham North London by @afkcharity

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16 days ago

C.I.N.E.M.A.: The Nightmare Before Christmas 🎃

We’re delighted to be putting on a C.I.N.E.M.A. screening of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' including additional spooky bits and pieces:
•⁠ ⁠Spooky photo backdrops
•⁠ ⁠An Costume Catwalk - come dressed up in whatever you fancy, if you fancy!
•⁠ ⁠Some vegan Trick ‘o’ Treats

C.I.N.E.M.A. stands for Comfortable, Inclusive, Neuro-affirming Experiences Made for All and include:
•⁠ ⁠Sensory adjustments to sound, lighting and movement
•⁠ ⁠Dedicated spaces to take a break, with film-themed activities and
•⁠ ⁠Lowered social expectations throughout the screening

We’ll be keeping the usual cinema expectations nice and low, so there’s no pressure to sit perfectly still or be quiet throughout. You can move around, take a break, get involved with the activities, or just settle in and enjoy the film.

📅 Sunday 25th October
⏰ 10:30am
📍 ArtHouse, Crouch End

Come along, come as you are, and enjoy C.I.N.E.M.A. in whatever way works for you.

Tickets are available via the link in our bio.
All sales go to local children's charitable causes, @afkcharity and @pathsthroughchange

#tweens #teens #neurodiversity #autism #adhd halloween cinema taken in ArtHouse - Crouch End by @afkcharity

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17 days ago

Our 2025–26 Impact Report is here.

This year, AFK supported 724 disabled and neurodiverse children and young people, and their families, to move towards greater independence, confidence and opportunity.

From specialist mobility equipment to employment support, self-employment, inclusive events and fundraising, the report shares what your support helped make possible this year.

Thank you to everyone who donated, fundraised, volunteered, partnered with us or supported AFK’s work.

Read the full report on our website, head to Stories & News. by @afkcharity

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