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ALL PROJECTS & PROGRAMMES
ACCESS
MAVUK initiated the ACCESS Programme — providing support for those affected by anti-social behaviour, murder, aggression, and mental health issues. It gives easier access to qualified counsellors for those living in inner-city Manchester, with experience in trauma, violent death, and mental health. It provides therapeutic and cognitive behavioural support for those who have suffered because of gun crime, knife crime, and anti-social behaviour.
ACCESS has increased one-to-one therapy sessions by 50% over the past year.
MCYPM
Making Children & Young People Matter (MCYPM)
A long-running flagship programme delivering mentoring, school-based workshops, gang exit support, cultural celebrations, and creative activities for young people in Greater Manchester.
The programme is supported by key trustees and includes annual events held in the city centre of Manchester.
YEP
Youth Enrichment Programme (Funded by The Phoenix Way)
A vibrant programme for children aged 5–18 from Black and racially minoritised backgrounds.
Led by Ian Swanston — an FA-qualified football coach and creative practitioner with over 15 years’ experience in pupil referral units — the programme supports hundreds of young people to build confidence and stay engaged. He delivers community-based football programmes and music events, leading on football, music production, and mentoring within [MAVUK]'s Youth Enrichment Programme.
S&R
Stop & Reach — Knife Crime Prevention Project
The STOP & REACH Knife Crime Prevention Project has funded all counselling and supervision of staff working on projects which help address issues related to knife crime.
Delivered through one-to-one mentoring and qualified counsellors working directly with at-risk young people.
M&M MHI
Movement & Mindfulness Mental Health Intervention
The need for movement to be part of mental health development is vital. The ACCESS therapeutic services have focused on including movement activities as part of its mission to improve mental health and wellbeing in the local community.
Movement and mindfulness sessions were introduced to support continued efforts to improve the mental health of local people, whatever their age or ability.
MHY
MH Yoga — “Breath Move Stretch”
ACCESS introduced regular movement sessions, beginning with a commitment to fund a weekly basic yoga session.
A free 10-week yoga programme hosted at MAVUK’s Hulme Hall Centre, helping participants reduce stress and build overall wellbeing.
S&R
Stop & Reach — Knife Crime Prevention Project
The STOP & REACH Knife Crime Prevention Project has funded all counselling and supervision of staff working on projects which help address issues related to knife crime.
Delivered through one-to-one mentoring and qualified counsellors working directly with at-risk young people.
SMP
Success Mentoring Programme
With the same hope that founded the organisation, MAVUK now serves the community providing mentoring support, educational awareness of gun and knife crime, counselling, workshops, and outreach work — including campaigning for positive change.
The programme covers one-to-one, group, peer, sports, creative, career, and educational mentoring.
FAV
Fathers Against Violence (FAV)
A dedicated initiative engaging fathers as positive forces in their children’s lives.
MAVUK now has volunteers who are fathers, brothers, sisters, family, and friends of gun and knife crime victims.
PSP
Parenting Support Programme (Triple P — Positive Parenting)
An internationally acclaimed evidence-based parenting programme delivered in both 12-week in-home and 8-week group formats, helping parents in Greater Manchester manage challenging behaviour and strengthen family relationships.
MAVUK secured funding from the National Lottery, which supported sessions for young parents and their children.
SMS
Substance Misuse Service (SMS)
MAVUK's mission includes working to relieve victims of the effects of violence and substance misuse within the community, through education, counselling, advice, information, support, and partnership working.
This service addresses substance misuse as a core driver of community vulnerability.
JBA
Jet Black Dance Academy (JBDA)
MAVUK’s collaborative approach has allowed them to engage youth-led groups such as Jet Black Academy, working alongside Manchester City Council’s Estate Team.
The academy uses dance to empower young people, building confidence, teamwork, respect, and leadership.
RBD
Road Map for Business Development
An enterprise and employment project supporting individuals — particularly young people — in developing skills, knowledge, and confidence to establish or grow a business.
UAP
University Access Programme (with Omega Partners)
A higher education access programme helping students apply to university with or without formal qualifications, covering the full application process, interview preparation, and Student Finance England guidance.
This programme also provides MAVUK with links to the local university.
MMM
Million Mothers March
A powerful public advocacy campaign — MAVUK has worked tirelessly to raise awareness and bring together communities and agencies. The June 2001 march saw hundreds of resident`s march throughout the city, which incurred local and national interest.
This tradition of public marching and advocacy continues as a core pillar of MAVUK's work.
MAV HHCHV
MAVUK Hulme Hall — Community Hub & Venue
MAVUK now has a 25-year lease for Hulme Hall Centre, working with Manchester City Council’s Estate Team to ensure positive changes are made and increase positive movement.
The Hall has seen an increase in Faith Service Hire and youth group support.
PSUK
Project Smiles UK
MAVUK's flagship capital project to transform Hulme Community Hall into a modern, fit-for-purpose community centre — delivering counselling, mentoring, education, youth activities, and rehabilitation services for all who need support in the community.
YZHLF
Year Zero — Heritage Lottery Film (2019)
MAVUK's 2019 commissioned film, funded by the Heritage Lottery, recognises the contributions made by the people who started the Manchester-based organisation. Patsy McKie leads the contributions from past and present members, telling the story of how the charity started and influenced lasting change in its community.
SPCP
Sammy’s Project Charity Partnership
MAVUK announced an official partnership with Sammy’s Project — a Manchester-based charity dedicated to supporting communities affected by violence, promoting peace, and empowering young people. This partnership helps raise vital funds through clothing collections while supporting MAVUK's incredible work.
NRAN
National & Regional Alliance Network
MAVUK has developed strong alliances, working closely with other mothers who have lost children as a direct result of gun crime — with regional links in Birmingham, London, Nottingham, Huddersfield, and Leeds. By forming such strong alliances, their voices and views are now being heard.
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