Menphys

Who we are

Menphys is a local charity that provides a range of specialist services to support children and young adults with additional needs and disabilities and their families.

It has been supporting families across Leicester and Leicestershire for 50 years, striving to give young people equal choices, equal opportunities to allow them to live ordinary lives.

Within the framework of everything we do, we aim to identify unmet need and offer effective support, which is in step with current legislation and concepts of good practice.

Our culture and values

Our mission is to deliver a quality service that values the views and enables the voice of disabled children, young people and their families in Leicestershire and Leicester. We aim to provide a range of holistic, impartial and empowering specialist services through our own resources and in partnership with the statutory authorities and other voluntary sector groups. 

We value diversity and believe that every child or young person, whatever their needs, has the equal right to take part fully in their community and to have the same choices, opportunities and experiences as other children.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Menphys is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and fostering an inclusive culture in everything we do. We believe that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to access our services, opportunities and support without discrimination.

As a charity supporting disabled children, young people and their families, inclusion and accessibility are central to our purpose. This policy reflects our commitment to removing barriers, making reasonable adjustments and listening to lived experience.

Menphys will:

• Promote equality of opportunity and inclusive practice
• Value and celebrate diversity within our communities and workforce
• Actively challenge discrimination, harassment and victimisation
• Make reasonable adjustments to support access and participation
• Ensure our services are designed and delivered in inclusive ways
• Comply with all relevant equality and human rights legislation