Abstract
This new research provides an up-to-date account of the key issues that young people (aged 11 to 24) taking part in UK arts and cultural activities are facing, and how creative practice is responding to those needs.
It intends to be useful for arts and cultural organisations, practitioners, funders, and policymakers to better understand current practice and provision for young people in diverse geographical areas, and to inform potential opportunities for building meaningful international connections, relationships, and learning. Ultimately, it is hoped that the research can encourage further discussion and action, within and beyond the UK, to ensure that all young people have access to high-quality arts and cultural opportunities and that those supporting them to do so can be better networked and resourced. It acts as a basis for ensuring that what is working in arts and cultural provision for young people is further bolstered and young people are supported to achieve their potential in the light of global agendas such as the UN Pact for the Future: Declaration on Future Generations, the UN Agenda 2030 and the UNESCO Arts Education Framework.
The British Council commissioned this research as part of its international cultural relations activity focusing on the transformative power of arts and culture. This work promotes artistic and cultural expression in the widest sense and recognises its potential for a more inclusive and sustainable future through supporting artists, cultural practitioners, and underrepresented groups.
It intends to be useful for arts and cultural organisations, practitioners, funders, and policymakers to better understand current practice and provision for young people in diverse geographical areas, and to inform potential opportunities for building meaningful international connections, relationships, and learning. Ultimately, it is hoped that the research can encourage further discussion and action, within and beyond the UK, to ensure that all young people have access to high-quality arts and cultural opportunities and that those supporting them to do so can be better networked and resourced. It acts as a basis for ensuring that what is working in arts and cultural provision for young people is further bolstered and young people are supported to achieve their potential in the light of global agendas such as the UN Pact for the Future: Declaration on Future Generations, the UN Agenda 2030 and the UNESCO Arts Education Framework.
The British Council commissioned this research as part of its international cultural relations activity focusing on the transformative power of arts and culture. This work promotes artistic and cultural expression in the widest sense and recognises its potential for a more inclusive and sustainable future through supporting artists, cultural practitioners, and underrepresented groups.
| Original language | English |
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| Publisher | British Council |
| Commissioning body | British Council |
| Number of pages | 67 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Nov 2024 |
