The Chatterbox project aims to give disabled young people the opportunity to fulfil their potential whilst improving their well-being, self-esteem and independence.

The Chatterboxes main aim is to raise awareness of disabilities and create a community which is equal for all whilst being surrounded by friendship and laughter.

Activities include: Peer-to-peer support, Filmmaking, Magazine design, Cookery, Arts and crafts and much more! AQA Awards are also completed by members as well as using a peer mentoring scheme throughout our projects.

Young members also deliver awareness workshops/ training in the community, create youth friendly literature and organise community awareness events.

There is a focus on transitions and supporting members to build skills to help them in the future.

Over 52 young people attend each week.

We want a community in which disabled children and young people’s needs are met, aspirations supported and their rights respected.

We want them to experience inclusion in every aspect of their lives, achieve their full potential, and being partners, alongside their families in developing The Chatterbox Project.

Please let our Chatterboxes explain more for themselves via this link http://www.ymcabournemouth.org.uk/youth/the-chatterboxes-disability-action-group/

If you click on the link for their Annual Report – you will be in for a treat.

One of our attendees said this of the Chatterboxes.

“I have Cerebral Palsy and due to being bullied at school I suffered with depression, was unsociable and lonely and struggled making new friends. And then I found The Chatterboxes. They have helped me so much in terms of making new friends, building my confidence and keeping me from going back to that dark place. I believe everyone needs a place like The Chatterboxes. A place where we are all accepted no matter who we are or what we've been through.”

Thank you for your support.