Creating opportunities in arts, leadership, wellbeing and civic life for under-represented communities.
We deliver arts, cultural and creative workshops and events – from theatre and music to heritage and digital arts. Recent activities include backstage access and a devising theatre workshop at Birmingham Rep for under-represented young people.
Our aim is to increase access to the arts, celebrate diverse stories and make sure cultural spaces feel open to everyone.
Increases access to arts and cultural participation, celebrates diversity and strengthens community identity.
A two-day intensive for around 40 young people covering:
We design and run training, mentoring and personal development programmes for young people and marginalised groups. Skills around confidence, communication, careers and public life.
Our flagship Birmingham Pakistani Leadership Programme brings together civic, business and community leaders with emerging young leaders.
Improves education, skills and employability, creating better life chances and economic inclusion.
We run wellbeing and inclusion projects that bring people together – from creative sessions to community gatherings. Our work has included organising a visit by two-time boxing world champion Amir Khan to Alderman Bowen Skills Development Centre, spending time with adults with disabilities.
We want people to feel less isolated and more connected. Safe, welcoming spaces where people can connect and feel seen.
Enhances mental and physical wellbeing, reduces isolation and builds stronger social connections.
We facilitate civic participation and leadership initiatives, including forums, roundtables and workshops linked to our research. Events on democracy, voting, political participation and civic leadership.
We've convened discussions with senior civic figures and national representatives, making sure community voices are heard in the rooms where decisions are made.
Encourages under-represented communities to have a voice in decision-making and to develop leadership capacity.
Where possible we support environmental and regeneration projects – from community stewardship of local spaces to awareness-raising activity. We see care for local environments as part of building pride, belonging and long-term wellbeing.
Promotes environmental sustainability, improves local spaces and benefits both people and place.
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