SEND Program

Purpose: Our IGNITE Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) program aims to support individuals with diverse disabilities by providing inclusive, individualised, and empowering opportunities.

Goals:

  • Promote inclusivity.
  • Provide individualised support.
  • Enhance academic achievement.
  • Empower students for future success.
  • Engage parents and the community.

Target Audience:

IGNITE serves young people aged 8-21 with disabilities, including autism and learning disabilities

Additional Information:

  • Collaborate with experts.
  • Regular assessments and evaluations.
  • Fosters a culture of acceptance and respect.
  • Enriching programmes

For more information contact Sajida.Sidat@imocharity.org

Turnaround Project

Turnaround is an early intervention project that is a part of the Beating Crime Plan 2021. It is a focused project designed for young individuals who have been identified as being at risk of engaging in criminal activities. As such, the approach adopted emphasises leveraging their strengths and enhancing their capabilities.

  • The overall aims of the Turnaround project are:
  • Achieve positive outcomes for children and young people with the ultimate aim of preventing them from going on to offend
  • Build on work already done to ensure all children and young people on the cusp of the youth justice system are consistently offered a needs assessment and the opportunity for support
  • Improve the socio-emotional, mental health and well-being of children and young people
  • Improve the integration and partnership between YOTs and other statutory services to support children and young people

Youth Futures Foundation

IMO Charity has partnered with Youth Futures Foundation to conduct research on youth employment. The YFF's objective is to aid young individuals who face significant challenges in entering the job market and, in pursuit of this goal, IMO has employed diverse research methodologies to gain deeper insights into the barriers faced by young people in relation to employment, with a specific focus on the South Asian community.

The outcomes of this research will be utilized to examine strategies for overcoming these barriers and determining the most effective means of providing support to young individuals, enabling them to achieve success in their pursuit of employment.

Young Minds - Youth Connect

Young Minds

Supporting the health and well-being of young people aged 10-13.

This project aims to develop the resilience of young people by helping them to identify and manage their emotions, develop self-awareness as well as be aware of their surroundings. A safe and non-judgemental environment is provided which allows these discussions to take place.

The project enables young people to develop a positive mindset so they can become successful and confident individuals who are empowered to tackle challenges they may encounter.

We deliver this project in many settings; including schools, madrasah's and youth groups.

For further information contact Faz via email faz.sidat@imocharity.org

Youth Connect

Youth Connect - supports the mental well-being of young adolescents aged 14-18. Through a vast range of activities and workshops, this project caters for young people’s social engagement, resilience and confidence building.

The young people have access to an environment whereby they are given a platform to share their thoughts, feelings and opinions and look at effective management strategies to ensure and main a healthy well-being. Additionally, the project also looks at social issues faced by young people and the influence it has over an individual – both physically and mentally. Youth Connect aims to empower young people to break down barriers and overcome obstacles as well as promote confidence.

We deliver this project in many settings; including schools, colleges and madrasah's.
For further information contact Faz via email faz.sidat@imocharity.org

Infants & Juniors

IMO Charity’s youth offer aims to empower young people aged 5 to 11, fostering holistic development that enables them to approach opportunities with confidence.

The project consists of a range of activities that enhance existing skills such as creativity and socialising to allow young people to acquire new skills and knowledge too. Additionally, our goal is to deliver a vast range of varied activities that will allow young people to increase their confidence, enhance their low self-esteem, develop their well-being and build their resilience.

Some of the activities include:

  • Art and Crafts
  • Sports and Games
  • Team building games
  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematical challenges (STEM)
  • Cooking / Baking
  • Trips
  • Life skill workshops

Here at IMO, we aspire to provide each young person with the opportunity to develop themselves as this will allow them to integrate successfully into society with confidence.

Our sessions run from Blackburn Youth Zone, Jubilee Street, BB1 1EP:

  • Infants session- 9:15am to 10:45am (Age 5-6)
  • Juniors Session- 10:30am to 12:15am (Age 7-11)

To register for the Infants Group: https://bit.ly/IMOINFANTS
To register for the Junior Group: https://bit.ly/IMOjuniors

For any further information, please contact faz.sidat@imocharity.org

Senior Boys & Senior Girls

At IMO, we are all about cultivating the potential within every young male, expanding their horizons, and offering a supportive environment to help them grow. Our Senior Boys group is dedicated to empowering boys aged 11-16 through a diverse range of activities. Our main goal is to boost the confidence, resilience, and self-esteem of all young males. By participating in various sports activities, boys not only improve their physical fitness but also gain crucial insights into teamwork, leadership, and perseverance. We aim to foster an atmosphere where each young person feels empowered to tackle obstacles, embrace their strengths, and take pride in their individual qualities. Our holistic approach includes initiatives focused on health and well-being, addressing both physical and mental wellness. Workshops covering vital life skills like communication, time management, and goal-setting provide young males with valuable tools to navigate the challenges of growing up and beyond.

We're more than just a youth group; we're a community that celebrates the strengths, talents, and potential of each young male. Our passion lies in creating a positive and inclusive space where boys can thrive. We believe in nurturing a sense of brotherhood, encouraging boys to uplift and motivate one another as they journey through adolescence. Our commitment is to broaden the experiences of young boys by exposing them to a wide array of opportunities. Our activities span beyond conventional boundaries, encouraging boys to explore new interests and uncover hidden talents. Whether it's trying out a new sport, diving into the creative arts, or developing life skills, we offer a platform for boys to broaden their horizons and imagine a world full of possibilities.

At IMO we believe in nurturing the potential within each girl, broadening their horizons, and providing a supportive environment for their personal development. Our Senior Girls group aims to empower girls aged 11-16 through a wide variety of activities.

Our primary focus is to empower young girls by fostering confidence, resilience, and self-worth. Through engaging in multi-sports activities, girls not only enhance their physical fitness but also learn valuable lessons in teamwork, leadership, and perseverance. We strive to create an atmosphere where every girl feels empowered to overcome challenges, embrace their strengths, and celebrate their unique qualities. We are committed to broadening the experiences of young girls by exposing them to a wide array of experiences. Our diverse range of activities goes beyond traditional boundaries, encouraging girls to explore new interests and discover hidden talents. Whether it's trying a new sport, delving into creative arts, or developing life skills, we provide a platform for girls to expand their horizons and envision a world of possibilities.

At the heart of IMO is a pledge to support the personal development of every girl. Our holistic approach incorporates health and well-being initiatives that focus on both physical and mental wellness. Workshops on life skills such as communication, time management, and goal-setting equip girls with valuable tools for navigating the challenges of adolescence and beyond.

We are not just a youth group, we are a community that celebrates the strengths, talents, and potential of each girl, we are passionate about creating a positive and inclusive space where girls can flourish. We believe in fostering a sense of sisterhood, encouraging girls to uplift and inspire one another as they navigate the journey of adolescence.

We are not just shaping the leaders of tomorrow; we are empowering the leaders of today.

Social Action

The climate crisis is having an alarming impact on the environment, and the detrimental effects are intensifying year upon year creating high levels of uncertainty surrounding young people's future.

The world is home to 1.8 billion young people, collectively the power they hold to make their voices heard and create awareness is unimaginable. There is a dire need for bold action to help save our beautiful planet.

At IMO Charity, our young people are becoming climate activists, working on their social action project to bring about awareness of what climate change is and what we can do to make the situation better. We recognise that all individuals have a part to play therefore, this project aims to empower and enthuse young people to help decelerate climate change.

These sessions will include:

  • Diverse opportunities to develop and enhance life skills.
  • Workshops that address current news.
  • A range of activities: arts and crafts, sports, social action, and enterprise opportunities.
  • Being directly involved in activities addressing the wider community.

As agents of innovation, the young people will unite to amplify their voices, together they will speak up, stand up and step up!

To register - https://bit.ly/IMOYouthSocialAction

For further information please contact faz.sidat@imocharity.org

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NCS

The National Citizen Service is designed especially for 16 and 17 year olds, to engage, unite and empower young people, building their confidence and resilience so they have the skillset and knowledge to achieve their dreams. The programme supports and enables young people to find their strengths and become ready for the world of work via different experiences that promote:

  • Life skills
  • Employability skills
  • Social cohesion and engagement

NCS brings young people from different backgrounds together for a common purpose. It equips them with new skills and gives them the tools to make a difference. It helps them discover the depths of their talents and the scale of their potential. It teaches the meaning of social responsibility by asking them to serve their communities and helping them to develop into becoming future confident leaders.

Arap Young Person

IMO’s ARAP young peoples project supports young people who have resettled in Blackburn with their social integration, personal development and wellbeing needs. We do this by identifying individual needs, understanding family dynamics and tackling barriers, through regular 1:1s, guidance, education and support in accessing youth provisions in BwD.

We will work closely with the BwD integration and Calico team to communicate the needs of the families and use all the available resources effectively and work to partnership strengths to meet the needs of this cohort.

1:1 sessions with the young people and their families carried out by our trained staff focus on building connection, trust and an empathic understanding of the families and young peoples unique situation and we use this information to establish the right social support for them.

Project Aims:

  • Social bonds- supporting young people on the ARAP scheme to create supportive relationships with others who share their same sense of identity and a sense of belonging.
  • Social bridges- supporting young people on the ARAP scheme to establish social connections with those from different backgrounds; creating connections with other communities and supporting social cohesion.
  • Leisure- supporting young people on the ARAP scheme to access leisure opportunities, enabling learning about the culture of the country and local area.
  • Culture- supporting young people on the ARAP scheme to gain knowledge of British values, cultures and practices; promoting the development of social connections between people from diverse backgrounds.

Community Pasta

PASTA is a fun, friendly activity programme where families are allowed to cook, play and spend time together. It is for children aged five to eight and their families, including older and younger siblings.

The programme recognises constraints such as budgets, home cooking facilities, food culture, accessibility of food and drink within the local community as well as practical cooking skill levels therefore support via workshops and activities is given to improve knowledge and accessibility of these limitations.

The programme provides the chance to:

  • learn to cook easy, affordable meals
  • get support and encourage families to try healthy foods
  • take part in fun physical activities
  • socialise with other families
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