During the financial year 2025/26, Melanin Skate Gals & Pals CIC engaged around 800 people through weekly skate lessons, a festival takeover, a fellowship programme, creative workshops, social events, and continued development of a shared venue partnership. The company also opened its community-built skatepark this year, now a permanent home for its activities. Community Building: 108 skate meet-ups, 42 events, and 6 trips helped tackle social isolation and support socio-economically marginalised communities. Social Advocacy: Public speaking engagements, 4 conferences, and 7 campaigns raised awareness of the challenges facing marginalised communities in skate and creative sectors, including programmes in Uganda, Kenya, Zanzibar and Brazil, alongside documentary filming. Physical and Mental Wellbeing: 204 skate lessons and 23 DJ workshops supported wellbeing and skills training, alongside over 270 paid opportunities that boosted marginalised representation in these sectors. Training and Employment: The company funded 6 qualifications for BPOC individuals of marginalised genders to bridge the gap in skate coaching roles, and ran DJ workshops to expand professional pathways - several leading to job placements within MSGP, including at the community-built skatepark.

We gather feedback from participants alongside our activities to ensure we provide a space that is adapted to our community’s needs as well as aligned with our aims & objectives These are participants feedback on different aspects of our activities: Mental Wellbeing Literally forgot what depression was for the duration of the trip A really good resetting of mindset and a chance to bond with others which I don't encounter often It refreshen my soul... being right under the blood full moon was so special Community Healing Healing together is so important and we don't do it enough! The community and immense tree of love, respect, and empowerment that was created through this trip is beyond wonderful words don't do it justice Attending more [sessions] like this one and being part of a supportive community Empowerment Made me realise my body is capable of more It really has given me the confidence to continue learning on my own Restorative, rejuvenating, community-oriented, empowering 71% rated mental wellbeing 5/5 29% rated mental wellbeing impact 4/5 100% participants experienced significant improvement in mental wellbeing * The Skate Sessions program attracted a diverse group of participants, ranging from 7 to 60 years old, with a strong emphasis on BPOC (Black and People of Colour) individuals. The majority of participants were female, and many attended beginner lessons, drop-in sessions, and special events at locations like Hop King, Palace sessions zine launch. * A large number of participants were first-time skaters who gave coaches positive feedback for their supportive and effective teaching. 100% said they would be interested in coaching in the future. From the feedback, we know that group sizes of 2-3 Skalers win Similar Skill eves were ceal Tor elvielal see alention. * Most participants reported significant improvements in mental wellbeing, confidence, and physical health after the sessions, while the social and community benefits were also highly valued. * While participants enjoyed the lessons there were concerns about access to sessions in the winter and equipment access to continue learning, especially for beginner skaters. This could be resolved by the set up of a lending library for equipment outside the spring/summer season and the launch of our weekly Palace sessions provides places to skale wiin a coach weekly unrougnout winter. Coaches could also be provided the option to direct message to cater to individual and desire to use direct message rather than having the primary form of communication being WhatsApp, providing greater privacy, a adaptability to neurodiverse or Individuals with anxiety needing to communicate in a group avnamic. * On our Skate and surf trip, Surfing, ocean therapy, and being in the water as a group were highlighted as restorative and healing experiences tnal refreshes the soul ana provided a deep connection to nature. Ine lunerary was well regarded for lis variety, including energising morning swims, intentionality setting, and meaningful rituals like the releasing ceremony. * The DJ Workshop was similarly well received, with many participants developing their coaching and DJing skills despite being first-time coaches. Feedback highlighted a positive overall experience, with many participants reporting improvements in mental health and a greater sense of community. The BPOC-focused environment was particularly appreciated for providing a safe and inclusive space for learning.

For the financial year the director Marie-Ermelinda Mayassi received £26,032 for their services to the company. The director Michelle Ogochukwu Ezeuko received no remuneration, serving in a voluntary capacity.

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