BBC Radio Newcastle studio — first visit
Natasha and Shadow in the BBC Radio Newcastle studio, discussing the CIC's work.
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Recognition follows the work.
We don't do this work for recognition. But we're proud when the people, communities and organisations around us choose to share it. Here are some of the stories, coverage and recognition that have followed the work.
Media
BBC coverage.
BBC Radio Newcastle studio — follow-up visit
A further visit to the BBC Radio Newcastle studio, this time with Akira too.
Watch the feature → (opens in a new tab)BBC Sounds — Make a Difference: North East
An audio feature on BBC Sounds, speaking about animal-assisted wellbeing work across the North East.
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Further coverage shared by Shadows Of Light CIC.
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Updates, sessions and stories from Shadows Of Light CIC.
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Nominations and accreditation.
Business Elite Awards NE 2026 — nominee
Nominated in two categories: Best Animal Assisted Therapy Business 2026 and Wellbeing Provider 2026.
North East One to Watch Index
Recognised as part of the Entrepreneurs' Forum North East One to Watch Index.
Shadow — PAWS accredited
Shadow holds full PAWS accreditation as a therapy dog. Natasha Alderson-Pollock is also PAWS accredited, awarded by PAWS Therapy Dog Training.
Nominations and recognition are shown as supplied and will be updated if outcomes change.
Stories
Testimonials & case studies.
This section is ready to hold approved stories from the people and organisations we work with.
Testimonials
Stories coming soon. Testimonials will appear here once they've been shared and approved.
Case studies
Case studies coming soon. Short, approved case studies will be added here over time.
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