NeuroHive CIC

30/06/2026

We're More Than Just Minecraft!

Minecraft might be what brings many families to Funtime Games, but it's not what makes them stay.

For many neurodivergent children and young people, Minecraft provides a familiar, creative and low-pressure environment where they can feel comfortable being themselves. It's the perfect place to take those first steps towards building confidence and connecting with others.

But Funtime Games is so much more than a game.

We're a safe, moderated community where friendships are formed, confidence grows, and young people discover they truly belong. It's a place where members support one another, share their interests, celebrate achievements and develop new skills in an environment that understands and embraces neurodiversity.

We also believe that young people should have a voice. Our members are encouraged to share their ideas, help shape our community, and influence the activities we run. Those who want to take on more responsibility can become Funtime Advisors or Mini Moderators, giving them the opportunity to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and make a real difference to the community they're part of.

As members grow in confidence, many also begin leading their own activities within our monitored Discord community (with parental permission). From games like Among Us, Roblox and Geometry Dash to chilled art sessions or simply chatting about their favourite interests, they're developing independence, communication and leadership skills while helping to create a welcoming space for others.

One of the things we're most proud of is that many members stay with us long after they've moved on from Minecraft. They stay because they've found genuine friendships, a place where they feel accepted, and a community where they know their voice matters.

At Funtime Games, Minecraft is just the beginning.

The real adventure is the friendships, confidence, leadership and sense of belonging that grow along the way.

16/06/2026

⭐Non-Executive Director Opportunity!!!⭐
*EDIT*

NED OPPORTUNITY NOW CLOSED

I have been genuinely overwhelmed by the response to our Non-Executive Director opportunity.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to connect with us, share your experience, and express an interest in supporting Neurohive CIC. Reading through your applications has been both inspiring and incredibly difficult, as there are so many talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

Unfortunately, we only have a small number of positions available, so I have invited a shortlist of applicants for an informal chat. It certainly wasn't an easy decision, and I wish we were in a position to welcome everyone to the board.

To everyone who applied, thank you. Your willingness to volunteer your time, expertise, and commitment to helping neurodivergent young people means a great deal to us.

This opportunity may now be closed, but as Neurohive CIC continues to grow, there will undoubtedly be more opportunities to get involved in the future. I hope we can stay connected.
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As a Non-Executive Director, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of Neurohive CIC and making a meaningful difference to the lives of neurodivergent young people.

We are a small, grassroots organisation at an exciting stage of development. To date, we have deliberately limited how widely we promote our work due to constraints in funding and capacity. As a result, we are not yet widely known, but we are now in a position where we want to change this and actively grow our visibility, reach, and impact.

We are primarily looking for people with skills in the following areas:

💠Business development and organisational growth
💠Scaling small organisations / governance in practice
💠Financial leadership and sustainability

If you don't have the above skills but would love to contribute to a growing non-profit, who's focus is on providing safe and inclusive online spaces for neurodivergent young people, please get in touch.

The full role description can be found here

Role Description: Non-Executive Director Organisation: Neurohive CIC Type: Voluntary Location: Remote Overview: Neurohive CIC supports neurodivergent young people providing safe and inclusive online spaces through innovative digital projects, our main project being Funt...

03/06/2026

I put in for some funding to do this for Wakefield. I thought it would be a great project for neurodivergent young people. Sadly, the funders did not :)

The co-built virtual world will be presented at DocFest's Alternative Realities Exhibition in June.

23/04/2026

https://www.citizencoin.uk/Activities/Details/6ac5d424-2e89-4fbd-a363-09047a84846f

We are looking for reliable volunteer moderators to help out on our Funtime Games Minecraft Server. Working with young people (aged 6-16) we help them make friends, develop skills, be creative & follow their passion. Volunteering for us is a great way to develop & share your communication skills, cr...

02/04/2026

Today is World Autism Awareness Day ♾️

Awareness really matters - not just as a concept, but because of what it creates. It connects people. It brings parents together who might otherwise feel completely alone, wondering if what they’re experiencing is somehow unique to them.

So many parents instinctively know their child is different. Not “less than,” not “wrong”, just different. Yet too often they are met with messages from professionals, teachers, or wider society that the issue lies in their parenting. That their child needs to fit in, behave the same, socialise the same. That if they just tried harder, things would be “normal.”

Everyone seems to have an opinion. Everyone seems to think they know better.

But parents know their children.

Trust that instinct. It matters.

Awareness creates spaces where parents can find each other, share experiences, and realise they are not alone - that what they’re seeing, feeling, and advocating for is valid. That there is a whole community of people who understand.

And at the heart of meaningful awareness are autistic people themselves. Their voices, their lived experiences, and their willingness to share are what truly build understanding. Listening to autistic voices isn’t optional, it’s essential.

At the same time, we are seeing harmful misinformation spread, particularly on social media. The idea that people are “seeking a diagnosis just for a label” is not only inaccurate, it’s deeply dismissive. Seeking a diagnosis is about understanding. It’s about validation. It’s about making sense of years, sometimes a lifetime, of confusion, struggle, and often trauma from being made to feel “less than” or like you don’t quite belong.

A diagnosis doesn’t create autism. It provides language, clarity, and, for many, relief.

Today isn’t just about awareness. It’s about understanding, connection, and respect.

To parents: trust yourselves.
To autistic individuals: your voice matters.
To everyone: listen, learn, and challenge misinformation when you see it.

Because awareness, when it’s done right, changes lives.

15/03/2026

From one mum to another...

Happy Mothers Day!

🌹To those who tirelessly fight for their children

🌹To those who are judged daily as a 'bad' parent

🌹To those who sometimes feel defeated

🌹To those who put up with things that will never be understood

🌹To those who feel isolated, lonely and forgotten about

🌹To those who always put their children first

🌹To those who get up everyday and keep trying to make life better / easier

🌹To those who are exhausted - mentally and physically

🌹To those who are gaslit by professionals

🌹To those who support each other everyday with kind words

🌹To those who have lost friends and family

🌹To all mums who have children with additional needs

YOU ARE VERY MUCH APPRECIATED!

23/02/2026

Neurohive CIC would like to share that one of our Directors has recently stepped down from their role.
We are incredibly grateful for the time, energy and commitment they gave to Neurohive and to Funtime Games, and we wish them all the very best moving forward.

As a small Community Interest Company, changes like this have a significant impact. Many funders require organisations to have at least three unrelated Directors, and without this structure in place it becomes even more challenging for us to apply for and secure funding. For a grassroots organisation like Neurohive, this directly affects how we sustain and grow our work supporting neurodivergent children and young people.

We are now carefully considering our next steps. One option is to recruit additional Directors; however, we want to be honest that finding committed, skilled, and values-aligned Directors in the past has been extremely difficult.

Our priority remains the same: continuing to provide safe, supportive spaces through Funtime Games and our wider Neurohive work. We will keep our community updated as we move forward and appreciate your ongoing support more than ever.
If you believe in what we do and have experience in governance, finance, or business development, or know someone who does, we would really welcome an informal conversation.

Thank you for being part of the Neurohive community. 🐝

12/02/2026

Well this was a lovely bit of news for Neurohive! Thank you looking forward to meeting everyone!

18/12/2025

If you are in and around the Wakefield area and have a young person who is struggling with anxiety, low mood or mental health difficulties this group might be worth popping a long to.

I know when my daughter started secondary school there was very little access to support and I would have welcomed this!
Mel

Compass Wakefield