We are
Active Families
North East
Movement. Connection. Community.
Our mission is to inspire individuals, families and communities to be more active, connected and well. We create inclusive, fun and accessible opportunities for people of all ages to move, connect and thrive — improving wellbeing, reducing isolation, and building stronger communities across the North East.
Our Vision
Our vision is a North East where movement is a way of life, community connection is the norm, and well-being is a right not a privilege. We imagine a future where every individual from children to older adults has access to inspiring, inclusive opportunities to move more, feel better and thrive.
Through creative, community-led programmes like Step Into STEM, Step Into Wellness events, Active Forever, Mission 2 Mobility and ESCAPE-pain, we support people to build strength, confidence and connection at every stage of life.
By breaking down barriers to participation and reducing social isolation, we aim to build healthier, happier and more connected communities across the region – now and for future generations.
Building The Future Of Southwick Community Centre
For more than two years, Southwick Community Centre stood empty. A place that had once brought people together had fallen silent. Rooms that had welcomed generations of local people were no longer being used, leaving a gap at the heart of the community.
But the people of Southwick never gave up on it.
Following an 18-month community campaign, Active Families North East secured the long-term lease of Southwick Community Centre, ensuring that this much-loved community asset could once again serve local people.
Supported by more than 2,500 local residents, Active Families North East worked alongside the community, local organisations and partners to develop a bold new vision for the building – one that reflects the needs and aspirations of Southwick today and for generations to come.
Today, together, we’re creating something much bigger than a refurbished community centre.
Building Southwick
Our goal is to open Southwick Community Hub as a safe, welcoming and accessible space for local families and residents. We’re looking for donations of materials, furniture, equipment, trade skills and volunteer time. No contribution is too small – whether it’s a tin of paint, a few hours of labour, a piece of furniture or sponsorship towards equipment, every bit of support helps bring this much-needed community hub back to life.
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