The Seven Pillars of DECKACY
Welcome to DECKACY - Building Success Together
Shaping a brighter, more connected future through innovation, collaboration, and creativity.
DECKACY is more than just an organisation it’s a vision, a movement, and a promise. Rooted in Yorkshire, we are dedicated to making an impact far beyond, through seven dynamic pillars that form the foundation of our mission. Partner with us, support us, and together let’s unlock a world of opportunity.
The Seven Pillars
Development
Uncovering hidden potential, driving progress, and laying a strong foundation for success.
Enable
Focusing on breaking down barriers, creating opportunities, and empowering individuals to thrive in their unique ways.
Collaboration
Building meaningful connections, inspiring innovation, and advancing together through partnership.
Kulture
Celebrating diversity, nurtures inclusivity, and embraces change to remain vibrant and forward-thinking.
Advocacy
Championing important causes, drives lasting transformation, and works toward an inclusive and fair future for all.
Creative
Showcasing and amplifying Yorkshire's incredible talent, celebrating its rich culture, and sparking groundbreaking ideas.
Yorkshire
Investing in our heritage, inspiring the world beyond, and promoting the strength and unity of our region
Neuro Learn: A DECKACY Training Hub
A dynamic space where the richness of neurodiversity is embraced, offering personalised learning pathways that foster individual growth and development.
Meet George Matheson
About George Matheson
George Matheson is a passionate advocate for neurodiverse individuals, particularly those with ADHD and dyslexia, within Yorkshire’s vibrant creative arts scene. Dedicated to amplifying African and Caribbean voices across all generations, George creates inclusive opportunities for African and African-Caribbean creatives to thrive.
As an organiser of impactful arts events, he excels at bringing together diverse talents from various backgrounds to foster collaboration and community. Currently, George is collaborating with a skilled scriptwriter and director on an original play, offering a dynamic platform to unite and celebrate collective stories.
Living with ADHD and dyslexia himself, George understands firsthand the challenges of navigating these conditions. He uses his personal experiences to help others reframe their neurodiverse traits as strengths, empowering them to succeed authentically in their creative journeys.
With a deep commitment to innovation, talent development, and inclusivity, George works tirelessly to support emerging artists and build a stronger, more diverse creative arts community in Yorkshire. If you share his passion for the arts and amplifying underrepresented voices, George would love to connect with you.
Our Launch Video
Be Part Of The Change!
Huddersfield, Bradford New, West Yorkshire UK.
To be part of the change through Development, start by recognising the untapped potential within yourself and those around you. Actively seek out opportunities to acquire new skills, mentor others, or share your expertise. Join initiatives that focus on education and professional growth, and support programmes designed to pave the way for long-term success. By continually driving progress, you can help shape a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
You can play a vital role in creating change by helping to Enable others. Advocate for accessibility and equal opportunities across all areas, whether in the workplace, at school, or within your community. Back policies that remove barriers and focus on empowering individuals from underrepresented or neurodiverse groups. Your efforts to create inclusive environments where everyone feels valued can strengthen and unify our collective community.
To contribute to change through Collaboration, seek opportunities to connect with others and form meaningful partnerships. Work alongside like-minded individuals and organisations that champion inclusivity and creativity. Share ideas, spark innovation, and collaborate to overcome challenges as a united team. Through partnership and shared goals, collaboration allows us to achieve progress we wouldn’t reach independently.
You can celebrate Kulture by respecting diversity and promoting inclusivity in every aspect of your life. Attend events, workshops, and initiatives that highlight different ethnicities, ideas, and traditions. Be willing to learn from others whilst sharing your own heritage to enrich the cultural fabric of the community. By staying open-minded and adaptable, you can help both celebrate and safeguard diversity for future generations.
