BRIGHTSTARS is a small community club (HMRC Charity Number EW26129) providing a platform for those with autism to have fun and a place where they feel safe and confident to be themselves. Our mission is to provide autistic youth with an environment where they can express themselves socially and communicate through creative workshops.
Brightstars Autistic Club do this through activities such as African Drumming and Dance, Drama, Art, Movement Therapy, Singing, Book Club and Sports Therapy. We support our members through transition and provide networking opportunities.
Brightstars Autistic Club encourage a whole family approach – thus the parents, siblings and carers are part of the club. In addition, we organize various workshops for the careers e.g. mental health awareness, etc. At Bright stars everyone is Welcome.
The Organization was nominated as communicate project on the ongoing National Diversity Awards 2023.
The UK’s most prestigious diversity event celebrates the excellent achievements of grass-root communities that tackle the issues in today’s society, providing them with recognition for their dedication and hard work.
Founded in 2012, the concept of the National Diversity Awards arose when Founder, Paul Sesay and his dedicated team identified an urgent need for more positive role models to be actively promoted, with the aim to empower and inspire the wide breadth of diverse communities across the UK.