Equipping & empowering
people with disabilities
to reach their full potential
Transforming lives & whole communities, in Latin America & the UK.
SOCIAL ENTERPRISEECUADOR & PERUTransforming the lives of
people with disabilities, who would otherwise be living in poverty, through high-quality crafts training & social enterprise. Enjoy our 5-minute film about our project in Ecuador, which encapsulates the spirit of what we do & why it matters. Browse our range of stunning products hand made by our artisans in Ecuador or visit our shop in Harrogate. |
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"I visited the Artizan cafe in Harrogate on Saturday for the first time & after my visit the cafe has still been on my mind for all the right reasons. Both myself and my parents who I visited with was very impressed with the staff, food & how amazing it is to see a place give everyone a chance. It was truly heartwarming to see!" - Emma
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ARTIZAN CAFEHARROGATEVisit our welcoming South American inspired café for delicious hot drinks, cakes & light bites.
Our café provides supported training & hands-on work experience for young adults with learning disabilities. A place where joyful inclusion is modelled for the whole community to witness and partake in. Attitudes are transforming as a result, and the local community becomes ever more positive, friendly and welcoming towards people who were previously treated as invisible or merely tolerated, rather than being valued and esteemed as they deserve to be. |
Why Do We Do It?
People with disabilities in the UK and the developing world often are socially isolated, have reduced access to education, and are excluded from employment. They have skills, talents, and abilities and would just like to be given the same opportunities to shine as everyone else. Our mission is to enable, empower, and support differently able people to reach their full potential.