We run two groups in Sutton for people with learning disabilities. Speak Up Sutton is for adults and Action Voices is for young people (aged 12-25). Information about both groups can be found below.
Speak up Sutton
Who we work with:
Adults aged 18 and over that have learning disabilities and live, work or study in the London Borough of Sutton.
The aims of the group are:
• To give a voice to our members to speak up on various issues affecting people with learning disability
• Have regular meetings to discuss useful, practical and basic ideas that members can take back to the council to resolve
• Represent people with a learning difficulties at various national meetings
• Organise and support the Sutton Partnership board to give a voice to a wider community of people in the borough with learning difficulties
What we do:
• Meet weekly for open meetings
• Work with the Police on issues like hate or mate crime
• Invite people from the council to talk and resolve issues
• Have social days’ out
• Hold practical workshops
• Work with the young people’s group (Action Voices)
• Talk about issues that affect our everyday lives like education, health, transport and relationships
Action Voices Sutton
Who we work with:
Young people (aged 12-25) with learning disabilities.
What do we do?
• Group discussions
• Learn how to speak up
• Be confident!
• Drama, dance, music and exercise
• Drumming sessions
• Social events like bowling, going to the pub and games
• Independent travel training
• Mystery shopping
You have a voice. What you say matters!
• Action Voices speak up to the council
• You can help make important changes to make life better for young people with disabilities
- Join us to speak up and have fun!
Please contact us for more information
Contact: Funmi
Call: 0345 310 1812
Email: groups@advocacyforall.org.uk
Write: St Helier Community Centre, Hill House, Bishopsford Road, Morden, SM4 6BL.