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SENDiVERSE is set to become the first Bradford district-wide celebration of creativity, imagination and inclusive expression for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families and carers. The LEAP want to see a range of inclusive activities and events for SEND children, parents and carers. The activity you offer might […]

List of events and activities for August. To have an event or information added for September 2025, please email info@westyorkshirecann.org WYCANN August 2025 Communication

List of events and activities for July. To have an event or information added for August 2025, please email info@westyorkshirecann.org WYCANN July 2025 Communication

On Tuesday 24th June, the Save Our School Transport campaign held a demonstration outside of the First Direct arena, where the SEND Next Choices event was being held. We gave out nearly 500 leaflets, got 50 postcards signed to send to local councillors, and raised awareness with the general public, asking them to sign our […]

Our new campaign, ‘No Plan B for MenB’, calls for MenB vaccinations to be made more accessible for those most at risk, including teens and young people. MenB kills. It changes lives forever. We have effective, life-saving vaccines against MenB, but they are not currently offered to teenagers. We must vaccinate those most vulnerable to […]

We’re reaching out with some exciting news from Purple Patch Arts! Due to high demand in Leeds, we’re thrilled to announce a new Lifelong Learning Programme launching in Farsley (LS28). It will run on Wednesdays during term-time, starting in September 2025. We’re now taking bookings on a first come, first served basis. If you or […]

We’re looking for volunteers to take part in a consultation to help us improve our website. Your feedback will help us make sure the website is clear, accessible, and useful for all families  Participation is flexible and could include: You’re welcome to take part in whichever way suits you best. Please email: sendiasssocialmedia@leeds.gov.uk We’ll be in […]

We want to hear your views and experiences, as someone who uses health and care services and/or cares for someone who does! In Leeds, and across the country, the NHS and Social Care want to prevent people spending unnecessary time in hospital or care homes. Doing this will involve strengthening services like GP practices and […]

Afrikindnes in collaboration with Leeds Mental Wellbeing services is conducting a vital evaluation of the mental health needs within Black, African, and Caribbean communities in Leeds. We want to hear from parents/carers from diverse communities – anonymously and confidentially. To better recognise, prevent, and address mental health challenges impacting young people and families in communities […]

We are super excited to announce that Abbey House Museum has been shortlisted for the national Kids in Museums family Friendly Award in the Best Small Museum category. Thanks to our local communities for the nomination! Judging will take place by undercover families over the summer holidays and the winner will be announced in October. […]