Established in May 2002, People Matters (Leeds) CIC is a Leeds based not for profit organisation that develops inclusive communities by bringing people together to enjoy leisure, learning and employment. The focus of our work are people who experience disadvantage, particularly through learning and other disabilities or health issues, and who live within Leeds and the surrounding area.
We create opportunities for people who are disadvantaged in the workplace to gain experience, to develop their skills and confidence, to explore their potential and to progress within the organisation. Over 50% of our staff are disadvantaged in some way.
We are committed to sustaining the activities that people value by developing income streams from contracts and trading, and so lessen our dependence on grants. Nearly two thirds of our income is generated through contracts and trading. We are a social firm, as defined by Social Firms UK.
We are currently supporting approximately 120 people, both adults and young people from 14 years, to enjoy activities and experiences. This includes supporting individuals to enjoy activities of their choice; bringing people together in groups to make friends, go out socially, and learn new skills, and involving people in the running of the organisation through voluntary or paid work.
Most of all, we have fun!
