Newcastle Airport partners with North Tyneside childrens arts charity in fundraising and volunteer role

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Newcastle Airport has named True Colours Theatre as its new official charity partner.

The award-winning charity, which empowers children and young people through performing arts, secured the new partnership after being nominated and voted for by Airport employees.

Founded in 2014, True Colours Theatre runs a fully-inclusive performing arts school in Wallsend, North Tyneside, where the majority of its members have additional needs such as autism, ADHD, anxiety disorders and physical and life-limiting conditions.

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Its theatre and dance classes provide a safe and supportive environment where its students of all abilities can build confidence, develop friendships and express themselves creatively without the fear of being judged or discriminated against.

The partnership will not only see the Airport raise vital funds for the charity through a range of initiatives but will also give its employees the opportunity to volunteer at the theatre on dedicated community engagement days.

Alice Andreasen, Chief Sustainability and Communications Officer at Newcastle Airport, said: “We are delighted to welcome True Colours Theatre as our new charity partner.

“The charity’s commitment to enriching the lives of children and young people and providing them with a safe and happy space where they can build friendships, develop new skills and express themselves is truly inspiring.

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“It is a cause that many of our staff hold close to their hearts and one that strongly aligns with our values.

“We look forward to working closely with True Colours Theatre to not only raise funds but also learn from the work they do to support children with additional needs and understand how this could be replicated in our own passenger journeys.”

Alisar-Jane Taylor, Founder and CEO of True Colours Theatre, said: “True Colours Theatre is a safe space for all and inclusion and acceptance is at the heart of everything we do.

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“To know our members can grow as individuals without any stigma and judgement is paramount to us and their accomplishments are a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when they have the right people by their side who believe in them.

“Together we all shine to make a beautiful rainbow.”

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