Active Communities Network Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsEngland, United Kingdom11-50 Employees
Active Communities Network is a registered charity focusing on youth and community development through grassroots projects, primarily using sport and cultural activities to engage young people and help them progress into education, training, and employment. Based in London with regional offices in Manchester, Belfast, and Cape Town, the organization operates across the UK, Ireland, and internationally, aiming to reduce poverty and social deprivation while fostering citizenship, social cohesion, and inclusion through community-driven initiatives and volunteer programs. Established in 2007 in response to funding fragmentation and competition in the sector, ACN has since expanded to deliver national programmes, provide training, and offer strategic support to other agencies across multiple regions. Aiming to broaden its impact, the charity emphasizes mentoring and practical opportunities that support young people in navigating education and employment pathways, alongside broader community benefits through social action and cross-community events.