The lifeline Mancunian organisations recognised in 'Oscars' of the charity world

Two charities based in Manchester have both won the prestigious Centre of Social Justice (CSJ) award after providing impressive community services in the current cost of living crisis.

The Oasis Centre Community Project based in Gorton and Power2 based in Ashton Under Lyne both represented Manchester on the big stage winning two out of four possible awards.

Regarded as the 'Oscars' of the charity world, the CSJ award is a prominent annual awards event that recognises the top anti-poverty organisations and social entrepreneurs in Britain.

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Past winners have benefited from the exposure the CSJ Awards provided by being shown on television, having their services implemented in schools and obtaining over half a million pounds in additional financing.

Power2' Charity helps support young people and children aiming to improve their general well-being and helping them reach their full potential.

Data shows that 83 percent of people who participated in their 'Thrive', a 16-week intervention that focuses on positivity, improved their school attendance.

Additionally, 'Rediscover', a COVID-19 initiative, talked with young people, teachers, youth workers and carers about the impact the crisis had. This led to over 60 percent of young participants improving academically.

Julie Randles, CEO of Power2 said: “We're incredibly proud that Power2 is a recipient of one of the CSJ Awards for 2023. We believe that every child and young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, even when things get tougher.

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