Startup is a charity which supports ex-offenders into self-employment. Their support is tailored to each individual and includes business planning and advice, financial help to purchase equipment and materials, peer mentor support and access to a business adviser for a year once client begins self-employment. They welcome referrals from partner agencies or direct contact from ...

St. Giles Trust believe that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement hold the key to positive change in others. Being helped by someone who has ‘been there’ is highly powerful and this peer-led approach underpins all our services. ...

The Prison Reform Trust (PRT) is an independent UK charity working to create a just, humane and effective penal system. They do this by inquiring into the workings of the system; informing prisoners, staff and the wider public; and by influencing Parliament, Government and officials towards reform. Their Vision is to: Reduce the use of ...

Bounce Back is a charity and social enterprise that supports ex-offenders to change the direction of their lives and works to reduce re-offending. Bounce Back engages with participants whilst they are still in prison, follows through in the community, and provides training to help them secure paid employment or to set up in self-employment. ...

Unlock is an independent award-winning national charity that provides a voice and support for people who are facing stigma and obstacles because of their criminal record, often long after they have served their sentence. Firstly, we help people. We provide information, advice and support, including running an information site and confidential peer-run helpline. We help ...

Operated by Fusion Lifestyle, we’ve got some fantastic facilities on offer including excellent gym & fitness equipment, an extensive programme of group exercise classes such as yoga and pilates, indoor courts, football pitches and netball courts. ...

Acas gives employees and employers free, impartial advice on workplace rights, rules and best practice. They also offer training and help to resolve disputes. Its Mental Health in the Workplace training provides people with the key knowledge, skills and confidence to manage wellbeing in the workplace. Managers will learn to identify the early warning signs, ...

North Oxfordshire Older Adults Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) provide mental health services in the community to people who are over 65 years old, who are experiencing functional or organic mental health problems. They also support younger people with dementia. ...

North Oxfordshire Older Adults Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) provide core mental health services in the community to adults of working age (between 18 – 65 years) with mental health problems. These problems can range from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, postnatal depression and other depressive disorders, to enduring anxiety and personality disorders. ...

South Oxfordshire Older Adults Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT) provide mental health services in the community to people who are over 65 years old, who are experiencing functional or organic mental health problems. South Oxfordshire Older Adults CMHT also support younger people with dementia. ...

The Abingdon Damascus Youth Project (a voluntary and registered charity) prides itself on enabling young people to make a positive difference within their own communities. Their team is made up of enthusiastic, qualified youth workers who have a passion for seeing change in young people’s lives. What they do: 121 support Group work Issue based ...

Active Oxfordshire is a local charity dedicated to fighting inactivity and challenging inequality, and an Active Partnership funded by Sport England. They work through partners to improve access to physical activity, break down the complex barriers that can prevent people from getting active and work through local communities to achieve lasting change. ...

Adventure Plus helps children and young people reach their potential and make positive life choices, whilst giving them a great time in the great outdoors! They want to see young people embrace the adventures that life offers. They are passionate about helping them get active, push themselves and learn more about who they are and ...

The vision of African Families in the UK (AFiUK) is to equip African and other ethnic minority families in the UK to take their rightful place as fruitful members of our society, and to make the most of the available opportunities in their adopted country without adversely affecting the strong family and community networks that ...

akt supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the UK who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. They support young people into safe homes and employment, education or training, in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates lgbtq+ identities. akt helps young people: Stay safe in a crisis Find emergency ...

Carers Direct was set up creating a web-based introduction service, whereby people seeking care could confidently identify and approach skilled and compassionate care assistants, while bringing benefits to both. Their site introduces carers for Live-In Care, Hourly Care and Over Night Care. ...

Ark-T Centre is an Oxford community arts centre where people, art and ideas come together. Ark-T offers short-term interventions for young people, using the power of creativity and community to support their wellbeing. It also runs creative in-person wellbeing workshops. Its personal and social aims are: – to improve well-being and quality of life – ...

Aspire Oxford exist to help vulnerable people who are facing challenges such as homelessness, poverty, addiction, offending histories or mental health difficulties to move into the world of work. Aspire Oxford can offer work experience within their own enterprise businesses and the person-centred support they need to make their own lasting change. ...

BYHP provides a range of specialist services offering support, advice and guidance to young people and their families. They offer services in three core areas, supporting between 200 and 300 young people annually: Health and Wellbeing Training and Employability Housing and Homelessness Advice with a foodbank. ...

Barracks Lane Community Garden is a beautiful green space and eco building at the heart of a vibrant community in Oxford. It is for everyone to use and enjoy by visiting, booking for a private function or by coming along to one of the many events and activities that are held throughout the year. ...

Barton Community Association is committed to improving the quality of life for all Barton residents, through the promotion of well-being, the continued support for employment, and by providing a central meeting hub for community and support activities. They organise community events and activities, run community action groups, and provide facilities for the local community and ...

A not-for-profit Community Interest Company providing Youth Services, Youth Clubs, Workshops, mentoring and group work for young people. We also have a day time alternative provision for secondary school age, who need support with SEMH.   ...

BE FREE YC is the only specialist charity supporting young carers in Oxfordshire (operating across Oxford, South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse). It offers support and advice to improve the lives and wellbeing of young carers. It enables young carers to meet, socialise and have fun, increasing their self-confidence and improving their mental wellbeing. ...

Blackbird Leys Adventure Playground (BLAP) provides an after-school club and holiday scheme for children aged 8–13. BLAP is wheelchair accessible and on one level with accessible toilet facilities. The adventure playground is accessible but some pieces of equipment may be more of a problem without adult assistance. ...

Blackbird Leys Amateur Boxing Club was founded in 1960 by Len Lee and it is the longest running boxing club in Oxford open to everyone. All of the coaches are fully qualified by the Amateur Boxing Association of England and all hold first aid certificates. The club promotes discipline and fitness to everyone who attends. ...