Uppertunity is a Dundee-based charity dedicated to empowering individuals to lead fuller, more meaningful lives. We work with people aged 16 and over with additional support needs, learning disabilities, autism, and mental health barriers
Our mission is to create safe, supportive, and creative spaces that foster growth, equality, and togetherness. We want people to explore their potential, build confidence, and develop life skills that promote independence and connection.
People with learning disabilities are one of the most marginalised groups, yet opportunities for growth and development remain limited. This can affect families, increase pressure on services, and create further separation in society. Uppertunity exists to bridge this gap.
Through a range of activities, we support:
personal development; confidence and resilience; social connection; and transferable life skills. Activities include weekly workshops, events, skill development, and diversity awareness.
1. Foster Empowerment and Belonging
Support individuals with additional support needs and those who feel marginalised to feel empowered, valued, and connected to their community.
2. Promote Growth and Resilience
Encourage individuals to develop thriving mindsets, transferable life skills, confidence, and resilience through curiosity, playfulness, and exploration.
3. Challenge Perceptions
Shift negative perceptions of self and others, fostering open-mindedness and breaking down barriers of misunderstanding.
4. Build Sustainable Communities
Create social, economic, and environmental sustainability by engaging communities in partnership, education, and practical action.
5. Encourage Connection and Collaboration
Develop meaningful partnerships and connections to overcome isolation, learn from one another, and cultivate togetherness.
1. Creativity: Creativity engages the mind, enables broader thinking, and connects us to hidden parts of ourselves. We explore creativity through art, cooking, gardening, and playful activities that inspire new ideas and problem-solving.
2. Empowerment:We work with individuals, not for them. By fostering mutual respect and encouraging ownership, we help individuals build confidence and lead fulfilling lives.
3. Mindset: We advocate for progress, not perfection. It’s about the journey. Through exploration, learning, and curiosity, we help individuals develop resilience and shift their focus to possibilities, not limitations.
4. Togetherness: True change happens collectively. We inspire community action, partnership, and collaboration to build stronger, more inclusive connections.
5. Sustainability: We aim to create a sustainable future through social, economic, and environmental practices, including creative waste reduction, awareness raising, and partnership working.
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