Abstract
Tialt was commissioned in October 2023 to conduct a research review of arts and cultural provision for young people (aged 11-24) across the four nations of the UK.
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.
The research forms part of an exploration into how youth participation and leadership in the arts and culture can contribute to more inclusive and sustainable development. The information and insight gathered is being shared as a resource to help inform potential opportunities for building meaningful international connections, relationships, and learning.
The research intends to provide an up-to-date, although not exhaustive, account of the key issues that young people taking part in arts and cultural activities are facing, and how creative practice is responding to these needs.
It intends to be useful for arts and cultural organisations, practitioners, funders, and policymakers to better understand current practice and provision for different groups of young people in diverse geographical areas.
Ultimately it is hoped that the research can encourage further discussion and action 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 to enable them to fulfil their creative potential.
Background
The review was especially interested in identifying interesting and effective practice relating to the following categories:
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Supporting artistic expression and cultural participation
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Inclusion-focused
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Using a co-creation or youth-led model
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Focused on enhancing young people’s agency to address challenges
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Encouraging awareness-raising/activism
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Providing access to networks and/or showcasing work
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Addressing barriers to engagement
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Providing capacity-building and leadership opportunities
The research was focused on the following questions:
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Who are the key stakeholders, influencers, actors, organisations, festivals and networks which are leading this work within the cultural sector in the UK? Where are they based, who are they engaging with and how are they working?
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What are the most relevant and notable practice, programmes or initiatives which are taking place at a national, regional and/or grass-roots level across the UK that recognise, innovate or advocate for the core categories identified? Who is leading these and where can they be found?
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In what ways do local, regional and national public policies and funding mechanisms (including foundations) support such programmes and initiatives? What are the main institutional and funding bodies?
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How does the arts and culture sector respond to public policies on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and socio-economic benefit for young people and communities at a local, regional and national level?
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.
The research forms part of an exploration into how youth participation and leadership in the arts and culture can contribute to more inclusive and sustainable development. The information and insight gathered is being shared as a resource to help inform potential opportunities for building meaningful international connections, relationships, and learning.
The research intends to provide an up-to-date, although not exhaustive, account of the key issues that young people taking part in arts and cultural activities are facing, and how creative practice is responding to these needs.
It intends to be useful for arts and cultural organisations, practitioners, funders, and policymakers to better understand current practice and provision for different groups of young people in diverse geographical areas.
Ultimately it is hoped that the research can encourage further discussion and action 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 to enable them to fulfil their creative potential.
Background
The review was especially interested in identifying interesting and effective practice relating to the following categories:
•
Supporting artistic expression and cultural participation
•
Inclusion-focused
•
Using a co-creation or youth-led model
•
Focused on enhancing young people’s agency to address challenges
•
Encouraging awareness-raising/activism
•
Providing access to networks and/or showcasing work
•
Addressing barriers to engagement
•
Providing capacity-building and leadership opportunities
The research was focused on the following questions:
•
Who are the key stakeholders, influencers, actors, organisations, festivals and networks which are leading this work within the cultural sector in the UK? Where are they based, who are they engaging with and how are they working?
•
What are the most relevant and notable practice, programmes or initiatives which are taking place at a national, regional and/or grass-roots level across the UK that recognise, innovate or advocate for the core categories identified? Who is leading these and where can they be found?
•
In what ways do local, regional and national public policies and funding mechanisms (including foundations) support such programmes and initiatives? What are the main institutional and funding bodies?
•
How does the arts and culture sector respond to public policies on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and socio-economic benefit for young people and communities at a local, regional and national level?
Original language | English |
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Place of Publication | London |
Publisher | British Council |
Number of pages | 67 |
Publication status | Published - Nov 2024 |