UK Charity Directory

To advance education preserve and protect the health and relieve the financial hardship of children in Kenya by providing or assisting in the provision of grants and money, goods,services or facilities.

ACE works in East Africa, in particular, in Tanzania and also in Kenya. It supports the development of community schools in very disadvantaged areas providing the opportunity for children to attend school where they would otherwise be unlikely to do so. It also supports individual young people who are orphaned or from very impoverished circumstances to continue their education.

We work through grass-roots African organisations with a Christian ethos engaged in caring for orphans. Our approach focuses on building the capacity of our partners, by providing financial resources and expertise, and helping them to develop into self-sustaining organisations that have a real impact on the lives of orphaned and abandoned children in their communities.

Community-led initiatives to improve the quality of life for people in economically disadvantaged communities around the world; raising awareness, and developing solutions to the social, environmental and economic concerns of these communities; seeking out funding for sustainable projects that will improve their quality of life, whilst advancing the appreciation of different cultures globally

The charity aims to assist in the alleviation of poverty in the communities in Africa it serves. This is addressed through investing in the medium to long term development (such as the provision of funding for academic and vocational training) as well providing assistance to some more immediate needs (such as hunger and homelessness).

Africa's Voices innovates in collecting and analysing public opinion through media and technology. Our platform helps organisations to connect with and understand their target audience, measure impact, and develop effective, evidence-based policy.

To further such charitble purposes for the benefit of those persons suffering from HIV/ AIDS in the East African Coastal region as trustees determine from time to time in particular but not exclusive by:Assisting in the treatment and care of such persons by the provision of facilities for health and recreation: and providing medical, education & practical advice

Africaid was set up in response to the challenge of HIV & AIDS in Africa. In 2005 Africaid launched Whizzkids United which provides health, education and empowerment services for disadvantaged youth. Activities include:Life Skills training through football, Peer Education & Health Academies which provide sexual and reproductive health services including HIV testing & ARV treatment.

A Welcoming Space, meaningful discussions and community gatherings where you can connect with others, shared experiences, Bi Weekly Luncheon Club, Enjoy delicious meals while fostering friendships and supporting each others well being. Community BBQs, Celebrate our culture, Educational Talks, inform on current events and issues that matter to our community through regular discussions.

THE CHARITY OPERATES IN GHANA, KENYA & ZANZIBAR, WHERE IT PROVIDES GRANTS TO FURTHER THE FOLLOWING:- EDUCATION AND TRAINING - PROVISION OF MATERIALS, BUILDING NEW SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND ALSO REPAIRING AND IMPROVING EXISTING BUILDINGS- ADVANCEMENT OF HEALTH- PREVENTION AND RELIEF OF POVERTY- SUPPORTING AMATEUR SPORT- AIDING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

AA

African Agricultural Technology Foundation

RELIEF OF POVERTY IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA BY: IMPROVING FOOD SECURITY; FACILITATING PARTNERSHIPS FOR TRANSFER AND USE OF AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGIES BY SMALLHOLDER/RESOURCE-POOR FARMERS.DEVELOPING, ARRANGING AND EFFECTING ACCESS BY SMALLHOLDER FARMERS TO EXISTING AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGIES THAT CAN BE ADAPTED FOR THEIR BENEFIT.

To provide a range of support services to Older People.

ACMHS is a community based organisation providing free confidential and culturally appropriate services to African and African Caribbean people suffering from mental ill health. Main activities are assessment and management of care, Mental health services, IAPT, CBT, Advocacy, Volunteering, Carers Group, Student Placement, Advice and Support, Counselling, Drop-ins, Befriending/peer support

THE RELIEF OF POVERTY AND THE RELIEF OF MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DISTRESS AMONG AFRICAN AND CARIBBEAN WOMEN IN BURY, GREATER MANCHESTER, WHO ARE LIVING IN POVERTY OR WHO HAVE BEEN MALTREATED BY THEIR HUSBANDS OR BY THEIR FAMILIES.

MAIN ACTIVITIES:Our organization is dealing with different sectors of arts activities such as: performing arts and visual arts: Music, Dance, Drums, Drawing, Painting, Creative writing, Drama, Comedy and Cinema.We also do provide: Youth misuse of drugs Advice.SOCIAL CULTURAL AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE.SUPPLEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR YOUNG PEOPLE; YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION

The African Association for the Study of Religions (AASR) is an academic association that promotes the study of religions in Africa through international collaboration and by means of the arrangement of conferences and symposia, the publication of an academic journal, and other associated activities.

TO ENCOURAGE THE CONSERVATION OF BILLFISH FOR RECREATIONAL SPORT FISHING PURPOSES IN THE OCEANS AROUND AFRICA. CARRY ON RESEARCH INCLUDING A SCIENTIFIC BILLFISH TAGGING PROGRAMME WITH THE INTENTION OF REPRESENTING THE INTERESTS OF THE CONTINENT AT INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE LEVEL TO FURTHER CONSERVE THE BILLFISH.

The African Bird Club gives grants to individuals and groups in African countries to support a wide range of small to medium-sized projects there that benefit the conservation of African birds or their habitats. Our website is the primary online source for all things to do with African birds. We also publish a twice-yearly, peer-reviewed bulletin, and we are developing a series of birding apps.

PROVIDING AFTER SCHOOL SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN EAST AND SOUTH EAST LONDON.PEER SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AGAINST DRUGS AND ALCOHOLCONDUCTING HEALTH AWARENESS WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS ON SEXUAL HEALTHORGANISING COMMUNITY SOCIAL EVENTS PROVIDING EMERGENCY RELIEF

Mentoring Service Alternative Curriculum Programme Tailor-made Educational Support Programmes Youth Advocacy Service Parental Support African & Caribbean Studies Holiday Scheme Activities Cultural Library Youth Entrepreneurs Project Volunteers Programme Training for young people, parents, schools and teachers

The principal activity of the African Caribbean Care Group is to promote the welfare of older people of African Caribbean descent, in Manchester, Trafford and neighbouring districts, by providing care services, advancing education and promoting the physical, social and mental health of the beneficiaries.

Improve BME youth outcomes within Education, Employment, and Enterprise. Provide bespoke, end-to-end careers solutions/ IAG services for disadvantaged and underserved young minoritised job seekers. Access UK also provides culturally competent consultancy and engagement services based on the public health approach delivery model to tackle serious youth violence and anti-social behaviour.

Provides advocacy / advice and information. Acts as an umbrella resource. Holds cultural events. Address inequalities within service provision. Carries out community development activities.

AC

African Caribbean Community Initiative (a.c.c.i.)

ACCI provides a daily resource centre and Assertively managed (dual diagnosis), Intensive Supported (acutely vulnerable women) supported accommodation, assertive outreach, housing, counselling & therapy service to African Caribbean people (but not exclusively) who have mental ill health, including those who also have learning and less severe physical disabilities. Largest Carers Group regionally.