Spark and Spectrum CIC

SPARK & SPECTRUM CIC · DERBY

SEND support.
Emotional wellbeing.
A place to connect.

We support children, young people, women and families, including those navigating neurodivergence, disabilities and medical needs.

Practical guidanceSupportive sessionsCommunity groups
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Spark and Spectrum’s launch group with the Mayor of Derby wearing his chain of office
Our launch in Derby
With the Mayor of Derby, MP Baggy Shanker and community guests.

Choose what you need help with

Start with one of these three areas. You can ask us if you’re unsure.

SEND SUPPORT

For parents & carers

Guidance with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including paperwork and school support.

Find SEND support → WELLBEING & CONNECTION

For women & community

Emotional wellbeing sessions and groups where you can feel heard and connect.

Explore sessions & groups → SCHOOLS & ORGANISATIONS

For professionals & partners

Programmes for your setting, family referrals and community partnerships.

Work with us →

How to get started

Choose the support you need, then get in touch.

  1. Explore your optionsUse the choices above.
  2. Send an enquiryTell us what would help.
  3. Discuss the next stepWe’ll talk through suitable support.
Not sure? Email us →

Coming up

View events & groups →

FRIDAY 27 NOVEMBER · 11 AM–12 PM

EmpowerED Minds at St James’ Centre

An interactive emotional capacity session with Sofia Iqbal.
Malcolm Street, Derby, DE23 8LU.

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Selina Afzal, Councillor Gulfraz, MP Baggy Shanker, Sofia Iqbal and Aishah Mahmood, from left to right
Launch day, left to right: Co-Founder and Director Selina Afzal, Councillor Gulfraz, MP Baggy Shanker, Co-Founder and Director Sofia Iqbal, and Director Aishah Mahmood.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND SPARK & SPECTRUM

Practical support and emotional wellbeing, together.

Sofia, Selina and Aishah bring together emotional capacity education, SEND guidance and community connection.

Our work is shaped by lived experience and culturally sensitive support.

Meet our team →

FOR FUNDERS & PARTNERS

Help make support easier to reach.

Explore our work, the needs we address and ways to support programme delivery in Derby.

Our work & funding

WITH US SINCE THE BEGINNING

Our Sponsors

We’re grateful to the local businesses who have supported Spark & Spectrum CIC since our launch.

A special thank you to Amberglams for donating a box full of full-sized beauty products.

Our launch bakers

Thank you to the bakers who supported our launch. You can find them on Instagram below.

Your support has helped us bring people together and grow a welcoming community for neurodivergent and disabled people and their families. Thank you for being part of our journey.