Social Responsibility

NSPCC
www.nspcc.org.uk

Founded in 1884, the NSPCC has 177 community-based projects and run the Child Protection Helpline and ChildLine in the UK and the Channel Islands. Most of their work is with children, young people and their families. The NSPCC also work to achieve cultural, social and political change - influencing legislation, policy, practice, public attitudes and behaviour and delivering services for the benefit of young people.

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ICSA Software donated iPads to support children with autism

ICSA Software has recently donated iPads to children with autism as a part of our corporate social responsibility initiative to support Shaun Udal's efforts in raising the awareness of people suffering from autism and those connected to them.

Mike Evans, the Group CEO at ICSA Software commented: "ICSA's involvement in the community is a crucial element of our corporate culture. I met Shaun Udal, the England cricket legend and a patron of the Hampshire Autistic Society at a networking event last month. He has been actively involved in supporting the Society since his son Jack has been diagnosed with autism. He made me aware of the everyday struggles children and parents have and how devices such as an Apple iPad can help them progress with their social skills. "

Shaun Udal explained: "Being a patron of the Hampshire Autistic Society is something very close to my heart. It's devastating news for any parent but we're coming to terms with it. It's hard work, but Jack is adorable and you've just got to be there for him. I've been trying to raise awareness of autism and support the efforts of the Autistic Society as well as the Maple Ridge School in Basingstoke that provides education for children with moderate learning difficulties. Mike has agreed to support us by donating iPads to my son and another pupil and I am extremely grateful for his contribution."

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Sidcup Pumas

ICSA Software International sponsors the Sidcup Pumas Red U13s Boys team. The Sidcup Pumas are in the First Division of The South East London Kent League which is affiliated to the London Youth Football Association.

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Southampton Diving Academy

ICSA Software International sponsors Chloe Smart, diving in the Southampton Diving Academy after being spotted through the TID scheme. The academy was formed in January 2000, incorporating the former City of Southampton Swimming and Southampton Diving Clubs. In 2004, Southampton was chosen as one of only five centres in Britain to become a Talent Identification Centre for British Diving, involving the selection of youngsters through visits to local schools.