An empowering initiative tailored for Black adults navigating the unique journey of parenting neurodiverse* children”
“When you fly on an airplane, the flight attendant instructs you to “put your oxygen mask on first,” before helping others. Why is this an important rule for ensuring survival? If you run out of oxygen yourself, you can’t help anyone else with their oxygen mask……..”
The Oxygen Mask Project has been created to support Black parents and carers in their journey of parenting neurodiverse children. It provides a safe space to allow parents to speak openly, without judgement about the issues, joys and challenges of raising our children, whilst also providing support and professional services that focus on the mental resilience and wellbeing of parents, enabling them to be in a better position to help their children. The Oxygen Mask Project is here to offer more than just information.
The Oxygen Mask Project provides a secure platform to facilitate candid conversations and learning through podcasts, videos, and live events. In addition to providing access to expert advice, coaching and counselling and resources, the Oxygen Mask Project also provides a sanctuary for safe conversations, authentic exchanges and genuine support. This is more than an initiative; it’s a community-driven force built on real connections. Take a breath, join us, and discover the support you need to navigate your parenting path with confidence and resilience.
Explore and learn from the experiences of other parents and caregivers through our podcast and videos, delving into areas such as:
Engage with experts through our podcast, live events, and social media channels for advice and guidance. Explore our community hub, where you’ll find a diverse range of live and online discussions, engaging Q&A sessions with experts, and a plethora of valuable support resources. Embrace the support you need and be a part of a community that understands and uplifts you on your parenting journey.
[London, ]—The Oxygen Mask Project, a groundbreaking initiative for Black parents navigating neurodiversity, has been awarded £6500 in National Lottery funding. This support will facilitate the creation of a virtual
