Artswork

Who we are

We run programmes and projects that pave the way for work in the creative, cultural and heritage sectors. We give young people the means to make an impact in their community, amplifying their voices and helping them find creative solutions. We provide placements that could unlock creative careers young people might never have imagined – and much more.   

Why? Because if you dream of changing your life, or other people’s lives, for the better, we don’t think your background or circumstances should stand in your way. Given the space and opportunities, your creativity could shape the future

Our culture and values

We want to give all young people the opportunity to lead, be change makers and actively get involved and work within the arts and creative sector.

Inclusivity: We want everyone who works with us to feel that they belong. 

Innovation: We constantly strive to do better and actively explore new ideas and ways of working. 

Integrity: We are open, honest and reflective, learning both when things go well and when they don’t work out. 

Inspired by Young People: We value young people and the contributions they make to the world. They are the starting point for everything that we do. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

At Artswork we strive to make the arts and creativity available to absolutely everyone. We aim to break through barriers and develop new ways for people to discover the success, empowerment and sheer joy that the arts and creativity can bring to classrooms, communities and careers. 

When working with Artswork, everyone can expect to be treated equitably and without discrimination. Our Anti-discrimination Charter is a set of commitments and expectations that we are signing up to as individuals and an organisation. This charter has grown out of an all-staff Race Equity and Anti-Discrimination programme, which took place between December 2021 and May 2022. Working with specialist provider No Barriers, the programme helped the staff team to build confidence, and develop awareness, knowledge and skills to be active anti-racist allies.

Our charter sets out what employees, trustees, apprentices, programme partners, participants or consultants should expect when engaging with us. This charter is a living document, which we will continue to use, refer to and update on an ongoing basis. See our full policy via our website.