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APLE is a national collective of individuals and organisations with lived experience of poverty.

We aim to create a sustainable, grassroots network across the UK to raise awareness of poverty, challenge the stigma surrounding it and contribute to its eradication. As a network, we promote the voices of those with lived experience of poverty and we work collaboratively with others to influence change.

The APLE Collective is a registered CIO in England and Wales, Charity Number: 1210699

Donate to our GoFundMe here, all donations are greatly appreciated: https://gofund.me/6e74b253

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In line with our commitment to equality and diversity, we actively seek to amplify the voice, challenge discrimination and take action against the oppression of people who hold protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including socio-economic disadvantage. As such, we align ourselves with JRF’s mission to support the work of anti-racist organisations. 

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The digital divide

The digital divide may have shifted since the pandemic, but it still deeply impacts those living in poverty.

Access to technology and the internet remains a major barrier, keeping many disconnected from opportunities. We’re standing firm with our partners and allies to tackle this issue head-on, ensuring no one is left behind. The fight to close the digital gap is not over!

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