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Stories

Hear from some of the people we have worked with

Sam's Story

Sam's Story

Sam is an artist by trade, but he is also an experienced writer, who has published a collection of his essays with a local publisher. Sam’s story is representative of the wider struggles of young creative people trying to make a living in the UK today. Read more

Published: 17th December, 2018

Updated: 11th January, 2019

Author: Kitty Withington

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Jade's Story

Jade's Story

“I’m interested in creating new works, new experiences, about making theatre accessible, it’s about using the platforms there are to start conversations, to start dialogues, to make an impact, and for people to see things in a different way and in a different light,” Read more

Published: 17th December, 2018

Updated: 8th January, 2019

Author: Kitty Withington

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Hiba's Story

Hiba's Story

"One of the things I found really difficult to deal with was that I didn't know anyone who looked like me or dressed like me (wearing a hijab) who was trying to do something similar to me, I felt alienated and out of my depth." Read more

Published: 17th December, 2018

Updated: 11th January, 2019

Author: Kitty Withington

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Ami-Jade's Story

Ami-Jade's Story

"When I accidentally stumbled across The Creative Society, I was stuck. I had been working in retail for years and found all thoughts of the future absolutely terrifying." Read more

Published: 17th December, 2018

Updated: 9th January, 2019

Author: Kitty Withington

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Gaby's Story

Gaby's Story

"Art lessons at school were terrible, there were no queer people in my school, in my class or in college." Read more

Published: 17th December, 2018

Updated: 9th January, 2019

Author: Kitty Withington

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Laho's Story

Laho's Story

"I wish I had found out about The Creative Society sooner and my only wish is that there were more places that support young people in the way that they do." Read more

Published: 12th December, 2018

Updated: 9th January, 2019

Author: Kitty Withington

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Grace's Story

Grace's Story

"I have learned the importance of never passing up on any opportunity, irrespective of how mundane, monotonous as it might sound as it might be preparing you for where you need to be." Read more

Published: 5th December, 2018

Updated: 13th March, 2019

Author: Kitty Withington

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  • We're Hiring: Opportunity for Development Manager (deadline extended)

    We're Hiring: Opportunity for Development Manager (deadline extended)

    Creative Society is hiring a Freelance Development Manager. Click here for more info on the role and how to apply.

  • Kickstart

    Kickstart

    Information and guidance for employers seeking to make an application to Kickstart

  • Funding News

    Funding News

    Creative Society has received funding from the Government's Culture Recovery Fund

  • Employment Surgeries

    Employment Surgeries

    We've teamed up with Create Jobs to support young people with their creative careers by offering advice and guidance in one-to-one employment surgeries every Thursday. Find out how to book a slot.

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  • We're Hiring: Opportunity for Development Manager (deadline extended)

    We're Hiring: Opportunity for Development Manager (deadline extended)

    Creative Society is hiring a Freelance Development Manager. Click here for more info on the role and how to apply.

  • A statement from Creative Society

    A statement from Creative Society

  • Governance

    The Creative Society is governed by a diverse board of trustees including members who have previously been participants on Creative Society programmes.

  • Meet the Team

  • Mentoring

    Mentoring

    We are recruiting young people for our creative mentoring programme. Find out how creative mentoring can support you

  • Vision and Mission

    Vision and Mission

    The Creative Society is an employment charity that helps young people breaking into the creative and cultural sector.

  • Support Creative Society

    Support Creative Society

    Regular donations are crucial to support the ongoing growth of our programmes. These allow us to mentor more young people, to curate more artistic events, showcase more talent and to provide training through our Creative Job Studio.

  • Creative Job Studio

    Creative Job Studio

    Creative Job Studio is a new space where young people from diverse backgrounds can meet employers, chat about skills development and network with other creatives.

  • Are you interested in learning how to grow your talent pipeline and build a more diverse workforce?

    Are you interested in learning how to grow your talent pipeline and build a more diverse workforce?

    A more inclusive and diverse workforce - how can we help you?

  • Networking Opportunities

    Networking Opportunities

    Find out how to get involved in networking opportunities

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