Health and wellbeing
Opportunity to apply for neurodiversity mental wellbeing grant
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People living in Walsall who are or identify themselves as neurodivergent and are interested in improving the wellbeing of neurodivergent people are being encouraged to apply for a newly introduced grant fund.
Neurodiversity refers to the way in which our brain can work and interpret things, and includes a range of conditions including ADHD, autism, dyslexia and dyspraxia.
Public Health Walsall, in collaboration with Thrive into Work, is introducing its Neurodiversity Mental Wellbeing Walsall Grant Fund. The funding invites neurodivergent people aged 18 or over who are interested in improving or maintaining the wellbeing of their community to discuss, explore and develop ideas for potential projects and submit a grant application.
People who are or identify as neurodivergent can bring innovative approaches to supporting themselves and others. It is hoped that this new grant funding will help to reduce inequalities and improve mental wellbeing.
To help with the application process, two workshops will be taking place this month on Tuesday 19 March from 1:30pm to 4:30pm at Nash Dom Community Hub (Sun Street, Walsall, WS1 4AL) and also on Friday 22 March from 10am to 1pm at Willenhall CHART Centre (Gomer Street, WV13 2NS). It will be an opportunity to receive information and guidance on the grants and how to apply, ask questions and discuss ideas.
“ Everyone should have fair opportunities to realise their potential, contribute to society and enjoy a fulfilling life. Having good mental health and wellbeing enables this to be possible.
The grants will give residents in Walsall who are or identify themselves as neurodivergent an opportunity to improve the mental wellbeing of their communities and across the borough.
We welcome the opportunity to hear your ideas on activities and projects that you would like to deliver in Walsall that will make a difference to local communities, reduce inequalities and maximise potential. “
To find out more about the grants or attend the workshops this March, email MWWalsall@walsall.gov.uk
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Notes to editor:
- Neurodiversity refers to the different ways the brain can work and interpret information. It highlights that people naturally think about things differently. Neurodivergence includes a range of conditions including attention deficit disorders (e.g. ADHD), Autism, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia.
