Samy’s New Role as a Teaching Assistant

After completing a one-year supported internship programme with DFN Project SEARCH Greenwich and Brighter Futures, Samy has begun a part-time role as a teaching assistant with a dance organisation, supporting children with complex needs. This opportunity highlights what is possible when we focus on ability and create open doors to inclusion. At Dare to Hope,Continue reading “Samy’s New Role as a Teaching Assistant”

Supported internship Graduation day

✨ A Day to Remember ✨ We proudly celebrated the Supported Internship Graduate Ceremony in Greenwich, coordinated by the local authority with the mayor present. 🎓 Samy gave a heartfelt speech, marking the end of his supported academic phase and the beginning of a new one. His resilience is a true reminder of why weContinue reading “Supported internship Graduation day”

🌟 Day 1 at GRAAD LONDON – A Glowing Start! 🌟

What a powerful day it has been showcasing our Glow of Hope products! ✨ We were honored by the presence of the Mayor, who not only visited our stand but also purchased one of our products in support of the Dare to Hope Scholarship Fund. 💛 Your support helps create brighter futures for children withContinue reading “🌟 Day 1 at GRAAD LONDON – A Glowing Start! 🌟”

🌟 Supporting ABC Academy in Douala 🇨🇲✨

Dare to Hope had the honour of donating essential items to ABC Academy, a nursery in the heart of Douala, Cameroon. 💛 Our contribution aimed at supporting early childhood learning in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Every child deserves a strong start in life—and together, we’re planting seeds of hope, learning, and possibility. 🌱 ToContinue reading “🌟 Supporting ABC Academy in Douala 🇨🇲✨”

Honoured and Inspired: Reflections on the Unsung Heroes Exhibition in Greenwich

I recently had the incredible honour of being named one of the heroes at the Unsung Heroes Exhibition, hosted by Brighter Futures CIC at the Camouflage Café in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The exhibition, held in celebration of Black history and culture, was a deeply moving and humbling experience—not only for me personally, butContinue reading “Honoured and Inspired: Reflections on the Unsung Heroes Exhibition in Greenwich”

Championing Inclusive Employment at the London Legacy Conference

Attending the London Legacy Conference at the Guildhall today was an incredible opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions about supported internships and employment pathways for young people with disabilities. Organized by the City of London Corporation, Internship Works, and many other key stakeholders, the event brought together professionals, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to making aContinue reading “Championing Inclusive Employment at the London Legacy Conference”

DFN PROJECT SEARCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE

“Exciting news! My daughter Kelly Tchangoum recently took part in a panel at the DFN Project SEARCH conference 2024 where she shared her journey through the program and the impact it’s had on her life. Since completing the program, Kelly has joined the People’s Parliament for People with Learning Disabilities, where she advocates for theContinue reading “DFN PROJECT SEARCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE”