The very goal of the Mahaba Cafe is to see our young people develop more independence and fulfil their potential in the world of employment. So it’s always wonderful to hear how learners from previous cohorts are getting on a few years down the line. We took some time to chat with Rob, the father of James, one of our graduate learners. Rob: " To see my 23-year-old son James employed today, happy and thriving, is absolutely amazing. He works in retail for Next, and I have to say it’s...

At Mahaba Caf e , we get to know our learners pretty well. But an added dimension to our work is what we share with our learners’ families and caregivers - a close bond. It exists quietly in the background, but it's a partnership that is steadfast. L-R: Job Coach Ben, Mahaba Learner Rathi, Rathi's sister Sethu, Mahaba Founder Muriel. And why is this? Well, we have an innate shared understanding of the obstacles that young people with autism and learning disabilities face. We understand the...

This week is Learning Disability Week , and the theme is simple but powerful: “Do you see me?” It’s a question people with learning disabilities are often left asking - in shops, on the bus, and yes, in cafés too. At Mahaba, it’s a question we try to answer every day with a genuine yes , not just in words, but through action. We’re Not Just Serving Coffee. Mahaba Café exists to create meaningful jobs for people with learning disabilities and autism. Not as a gesture, not to tick a box, but...