Program

Welcome

Welcome to the DECKACY Annual Update Event, held on Martin Luther King Jr Day. This evening brings together community organisations, educators, partners and supporters to reflect on progress made over the past year and to share the direction of travel ahead.

DECKACY’s work is grounded in collaboration, transparency and a commitment to improving outcomes for neurodivergent children, young people and adults. This event is an opportunity to recognise collective effort and strengthen relationships across Kirklees and the wider region.

Event Agenda

• Welcome and introduction
• DECKACY update and reflections
• Keynote contributions
• Community and education partnerships
• Questions and discussion
• Next steps and closing remarks

Event Details

Date: Monday 19 January
Time: 5.00pm – 7.00pm
Venue: Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield HD1 5JP

Keynote Speakers

George Matheson

CEO of DECKACY, sharing organisational progress, partnerships and future direction.

June Abbott

Founder and CEO of Eco Fresh Laundry Hub, presenting a community led vision for dignity, access and wellbeing.

Lane Anthony

Author and creator of the Dynamic Development Plan philosophy of education, focusing on strengths based development across the lifespan.

Doreen Sinclair McCollin

Headteacher of Elevated Futures Education, the first school built on the Dynamic Development Plan philosophy.

Partners and Initiatives

This event highlights collaborative work between DECKACY and partner organisations, including NeuroLearn Online, Eco Fresh Laundry Hub and Elevated Futures Education.

Together, these partnerships support education, community infrastructure and workforce development pathways designed to be inclusive, ethical and strengths based.

Thank You

Thank you for attending the DECKACY Annual Update Event and for your continued commitment to supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families.

To stay connected and learn more:

DECKACY: www.deckacy.org.uk
Events: www.deckacy.org.uk/events