Why is #EasyRead important to some #neurodivergent people? In a blog post on the CHANGE website for #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, Cheryl shares her experience and explains how it can make complex information more accessible: changepeople.org/cheryl-blog

We have confirmed a new venue for our #Autism Hub in #Leeds! From later this spring, we will be holding our drop-in and appointment-only sessions at The Community Wellbeing Hub in #Chapeltown - read more about it here: leedsautismaim.org.uk/2025/03/25/new…

The schedule for our Autism AIM service’s 10th anniversary celebration event is out now! They have guest speakers, a quiet room and some interactive activities on offer. See what’s on by visiting this link: advonet.org.uk/2025/03/25/sch…

Hear from guest speakers from the Leeds Autism Diagnostic Service and Bradford Council about working with #Autism AIM at their celebration event next week! It’s free to come and there are a few tickets available. To sign up before it’s too late, please go to tickettailor.com/events/theadvo…

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we have been awarded £639,375 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund Huge thank you to #NationalLottery and the players Over to West Leeds Dispatch for the full story 👇 westleedsdispatch.com/bramley-baths-… #HeritageFund

Six former Leeds councillors were made honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen at a special session of full council last week. The civic honour recognises their exceptional contribution to the council and the city. Read more in the press release 👉 orlo.uk/RVUVy

To celebrate #AutismAcceptanceMonth and #WorldAutismAcceptanceDay, why not join us at Autism AIM’s 10th anniversary celebration event! It’s this Wednesday from 4pm-7pm in #Leeds and free to attend. Sign up by booking at tickettailor.com/events/theadvo…

The Employment and Engagement team took a trip to North Yorkshire this week for a day of lambing with the people we support! A great chance to try something new, build confidence and enjoy the Yorkshire air.

This week, Engage staff took part in a men’s mental health session led by one of our specialist Coaches. The space offered time to reflect on the pressures of frontline work and support each other. #MensMentalHealth

We're at Kirkgate Market today with Touchstone and Forum Central, marking #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and sharing how GIPSIL can support you, alongside a whole host of amazing community organisations!

Hey Leeds Rhinos Leeds United It would be great if any of your players could pop along for 10 minutes and say hello to the children who are facing hard times!

Swarcliffe Youth Matters Group grew some potatoes and decided they would like to donate them to James the chef who runs the community kitchen, the group wrote him letters saying that they appreciate how hard he works to serve breakfasts and lunches to the local community.

💬 The AIM Project offers 1:1 support for care-experienced young people (14–18) in Leeds, focusing on wellbeing, aspirations, and life after school. 18 months of tailored support, with real impact. 📩 [email protected]

We had a brilliant time with the AIM Project at Leeds Art Gallery 🌈 Crafts, creativity, and celebrating #Pride together in such an inspiring space. 💜

Today we walked with Baton of Hope UK across Leeds for #SuicidePreventionDay 💙 Our own Kristy Harsley proudly carried the baton through Harehills, with it finishing at The Old Fire Station. If you’re struggling, you don’t have to face it alone – support is out there: 116 123

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating resilience, strength & progress ✨ Our staff will be marking the month with events that honour Black leaders, activists, and pioneers who have had a lasting impact. Standing Firm in Power & Pride 🩵

Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire 100% Digital Leeds Forum Central Real stories, real impact: ✔ Matthew – care leaver preparing for the RAF ✔ Pete – rebuilding life after a stroke ✔ Rayan – refugee securing an NHS role Together with our partners, we’re building brighter futures.

We celebrated #BlackHistoryMonth with an afternoon of culture, connection & community at the Caribbean Cricket Club 🎉 Honouring icons like Wangari Maathai, Kehinde Wiley, Barack Obama, Bisa Butler, Olaudah Equiano & Joy Labinjo £100 raised for Jamaica + £180 on the door 🙌

We’re recruiting! Join our Board and help shape the future of our work supporting communities across West Yorkshire. Apply now 👉gipsil.org.uk/board-member/

Lead with impact! We’re looking for a Director of Services to shape and grow our support across West Yorkshire. Apply today 👉 gipsil.org.uk/director-of-se…