In partnership with Carers Trust & Carers Support, Folio Theatre will deliver a creative mentoring programme for 10 young adult carers (YACs), who have an interest in an Arts career but, due to their caring responsibilities and economic status, face considerable barriers to starting this journey.
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“Young carers are less likely to go on to higher education or get jobs, compared to others their age…they need support to access opportunities” Carers Trust YAC’s have very low engagement levels with culture & creativity but enjoy our artistic workshops immensely Many participants demonstrate a strong interest in working in the Arts, but have no idea how to get started The majority of YACs come from lower socio-economic backgrounds, compounding the barriers these brilliant young people face.
Our partnerships ensure we’ll reach YACs across the UK. We’ll offer 10 YACs: 3 sessions with a creative practitioner matched to their career interests & cultural identity, offering a representative role model. 2 sessions with our Artistic Director, exploring routes into the industry & making creative work locally 1 session with our Executive Producer, to explore establishing a sustainable career in the Arts Opportunities to connect with other cultural organisations across the UK