A purpose-drivenCommunity InterestCompany.
NEAD CIC, short for Northern Equality and Diversity, designs and delivers community programmes, festivals, live music and youth provision across Cumbria.
We are a good CIC rooted in music, festivals and a dedicated under-18s centre, strengthening communities, creating opportunities for young people and promoting equality and inclusion right across Cumbria.
Strengthening communities, creating opportunities and promoting equality.
We are a good CIC rooted in community, EDI, festivals and a dedicated under-18s centre. Our work focuses on strengthening communities, creating opportunities for young people, promoting equality and inclusion, and delivering sustainable projects that generate lasting social value.
From youth provision and community engagement to major cultural events and regeneration initiatives, our projects improve wellbeing and foster stronger, more connected communities.
A trusted delivery partner.
Collaborative by design
We work hand-in-hand with public sector partners, businesses, schools, charities and community groups to co-create solutions.
Ambitious yet grounded
We deliver ambitious projects that combine genuine social impact with long-term sustainability and responsible finance.
Surplus reinvested
As a CIC, every surplus we generate is reinvested into our charitable objectives, expanding our reach and impact.
People engaged every year
Community projects delivered
Active regional partnerships
Of surplus reinvested locally
Our values.
Equality & inclusion
We design services that reflect and serve the full diversity of our communities, removing barriers to participation and opportunity.
Rooted in Cumbria
Every programme responds to genuine local need, shaped in partnership with the people and places we serve.
Opportunity for young people
We create pathways into learning, volunteering and employment, giving the next generation a real stake in their communities.
Sustainable by design
Strong governance and responsible financial management mean the value we create endures well beyond any single project.