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Connect in the North
@connectinthenorth.bsky.social
A Centre for Inclusive Living led by people with learning difficulties

We want people with learning difficulties to have control of their lives and equal power
November 10, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Connect in the North are 30 this year. We are celebrating our birthday at our AGM. We are inviting people to make a short video to say happy birthday.

You can send videos to us at ttm@citn.org.uk
Or WhatsApp them to the mobile we use for Through The Maze on 07935 581 907
November 4, 2025 at 9:17 AM
The Rooots Team had a great time sharing their film at Better Action for Families AGM
October 28, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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🏆Aspire Athletics is back- TOMORROW!🏆
A day of inclusive sport, fun and community spirit.
Competing or cheering from the stalls, your energy is what makes our day unforgettable.

⏰Wed 27th Aug 10am-2pm
📍 John Charles Centre for Sport

#InclusiveSport #AbilitiesNotDisabilities
August 26, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Today was the first showing of Let's Talk About Faith. It was a chance for people to see the film they have made about 5 different religions and celebrate what they have achieved. We will now be showing the film across Leeds. Get in touch if you want us to come to your group or centre
August 20, 2025 at 2:36 PM
We are saddened to hear the amazing John O'Brian has died. John was one of the founders of Person Centred Planning and one of the creators of PATH and MAP. He was also a wonderful human being.
July 1, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The Connect in the North board had the amazing opportunity of training by the legendary DB
June 27, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Thank you to everyone who made Learning Disability Week a brilliant success.
June 23, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Thank you to Namdhari Sikh Sangat, Inder Goldfinger and Jan Wells for an amazing day filming with Vicky and the Rooots Team.
June 18, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Just some of the photos from Leeds Learning Disability Pride Today. Thank you to everyone who was part of this great event.
June 17, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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Ruth Liu is an artist describing her world. She created 30 pieces for the 'What Makes Me Smile ' exhibition and 7 were shortlisted and quickly sold out.

Learning Disabilities and Autism Awards Sports, arts and entertainment finalist.
😀 Congratulations!

#AchieveTogether
#LDALeadersAwards #Art
June 13, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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🌟 Peer Support Carer's Catchup! 🌟

We host twice-monthly, informal online peer support groups called Carer's Catchups — a safe and welcoming space to share experiences, find support, and feel heard.

#Carers #CarersWeek #Support
June 13, 2025 at 8:51 AM
The Pass it on People and @advonetuk.bsky.social met to write questions for the Council Chamber Take Over Event which is happening in Learning Disability Week. Join us all on Tuesday 17th June at 10pm at the Civic Hall. This happens before the Learning Disability Pride March.
June 13, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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The #LearningDisability People's Parliament Council Chambers Takeover agenda is out now! There will be updates from @connectinthenorth.bsky.social, @aspirecbs.bsky.social and @forumcentral.bsky.social.

It also gives adults with learning disabilities a chance to say how services can work for them.
June 11, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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