Amplified Voices CIC exists to improve wellbeing, reduce social isolation and strengthen communities through creative participation, with music at the heart of our work. During the year, we continued our successful partnership with the ADHD Foundation, delivering a 4 week programme for approximately 60 young people. The project culminated in participants performing as the Neurodiversity Friendly Choir at the National Diversity Awards held at Liverpool Anglican Cathedral. The programme provided an inclusive environment where neurodivergent young people developed confidence, communication skills and a sense of belonging through singing. Believing that music benefits people throughout every stage of life, we expanded our work to support older adults by launching our Memories Cafe. With funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, we established a year-long creative wellbeing programme serving older people in Rusholme and Ardwick, including those living with dementia, long-term health conditions and those experiencing social isolation. Through singing, conversation and creative activities, the programme promotes connection, wellbeing and improved quality of life. Another significant highlight was our collaboration with the Royal Exchange Theatre during their Den Festival in Tyldesley. We delivered community songwriting workshops that brought local community together to explore the history, identity and future aspirations of Leigh, Tyldesley and Atherton. Participants collectively wrote and performed an original song celebrating their community, a lasting legacy of local pride and creative expression. We also established a partnership with Eccles Sixth Form College during Black History Month delivering two programmes. The first explored the history, cultural significance and influence music through an interactive workshop and live performance. The second was a Soul Choir Experience, inviting students and staff from across the college to participate in an uplifting singing experience that fostered inclusion, confidence and cultural appreciation. Across all of our programmes, Amplified Voices CIC continued to use music as a vehicle for wellbeing, encouraging creativity, strengthening community relationships and creating safe spaces where people of all ages and backgrounds can thrive.

Our key stakeholders include programme participants, older adults, schools and colleges, community organisations, partner organisations, funders, volunteers and freelance practitioners. Amplified Voices CIC operates an open-door policy, encouraging participants and stakeholders to share feedback, ideas and concerns at any stage of our programmes. Consultation takes place through informal conversations, participant feedback forms, discussions with parents and carers, meetings with tutors and college staff, partner meetings, email correspondence and regular project reviews. This ongoing dialogue enables us to respond quickly to the needs of those we serve rather than relying solely on formal evaluation at the end of a project. In our work with colleges, we work closely with tutors and SEND teams to understand the individual needs of students and adapt our workshops accordingly. This collaborative approach ensures that activities are inclusive, accessible and provide the best possible experience for learners with additional needs. Stakeholder feedback has directly influenced the development of our services. In response to community demand, we introduced our Memories Cafe for older adults, supported by National Lottery Community Fund funding. Feedback has also helped us refine our, workshop content and delivery methods, ensuring our programmes remain accessible, engaging and responsive to the communities we support. This continuous consultation process enables Amplified Voices CIC to shape its activities around the needs and aspirations of its beneficiaries while delivering meaningful and lasting social impact.

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