Charities

At Action for Children, our vision is a world where all children have a sense of belonging and are loved and valued. We work with around 200,000 of the UK's most vulnerable and neglected children, young people and their families, and we'll be there for as long as it takes to make a difference in their lives. To find out about the work we do - and how we're committed to tackling child neglect - visit us at, http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk, or, http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/get-involved

Action For Children and Communities in Africa (ACACIA UK) supports girls and boys living with developmental disabilities and mental health difficulties in Sub-Saharan Africa. We believe that these children have the capacity and desire to transform their lives, and ACACIA UK gives them the opportunities that they deserve to gain an education, grow and thrive. ACACIA UK is currently working with four local partners supporting a variety of different projects, ranging from establishing outreach services for children with autism, to providing teacher training and building capacity in local schools.

Aerobility's aim is to enable disabled people of all ages to turn the dream of flight into an exhilarating and fulfilling reality. We also provide a range of fully accessible aviation based education and recreation activities. We offer our services to people who have physical or learning disabilities, mental health illnesses, sensory or who have been injured in conflict. The positive outcomes from the hundreds of flyers who take to the air each year include; increased independence and confidence, as well as transferable life skills for the future. Our services include; - Accessible aircraft and equipment - Flying instruction for the disabled community - Affordable flying costs and scholarship opportunities - Flying days (various locations) - Group aviation experience and activity days - Ground-based education programmes - Mobile and fixed simulators - Social events and fundraising challenges - Medical guidance and technical advice

Afasic is the parent-led UK-wide charity representing the interests of children and young people with speech and language difficulties. We campaign for recognition of their difficulties and appropriate support to meet their needs and facilitate their inclusion in society. We provide information and support for their parents through our website , helpline and range of downloads and leaflets. We are a registered training provider and also from time to time run workshops and conferences for parents, professionals and the young people themselves.

Afghanaid is a British humanitarian and development organisation. For thirty-five years, our dedicated personnel have worked with millions of deprived, excluded and vulnerable families in some of the poorest and most remote communities in Afghanistan. We build basic services, improve livelihoods, strengthen the rights of women and children, help communities protect against natural disasters, and respond to humanitarian emergencies. Our community-led approach gives ordinary Afghans a voice in their own development, making them active participants in shaping the future of their country. With our years of experience, our majority Afghan team, and our deep understanding of local, cultural and ethnic issues, we have earned great trust and respect among the communities we serve. This has allowed us to gain access to some of the most underserved areas of the country. Our vision A peaceful and thriving Afghanistan. Our mission To provide rural Afghans with the training and tools they need to help themselves, their families and their communities. Our focus We particularly target vulnerable households – including those headed by women, or with elderly, chronically ill or disabled family members.