New Sunderland bursary programme to help young artists
Bursary Description
Young artists in Sunderland now have an opportunity to turn their creative dreams into reality with the Ignite Bursary Programme.
The initiative, part of the broader Ignite Young Creatives Programme run by Culture Start, is designed to support young people in the region in achieving their artistic ambitions.
Launched last year, Culture Start’s mission is to reduce the impact of poverty by providing greater access to creative activities and opportunities for children and young people growing up in low income households across Wearside.
Culture Start is led by Sunderland Culture on behalf of a partnership of organisations across the city.
The Ignite Young Creatives Programme, at the heart of this mission, addresses the barriers young people from disadvantaged backgrounds face in pursuing careers in the arts and culture sector.
Lucy Rees Harris, assistant producer, and Michael Barrass, manager, at Culture Start (Image: SUNDERLAND CULTURE)
Lucy Rees Harris, assistant producer at Culture Start, said, “The Ignite Young Creatives Programme recognises the challenges young people experiencing financial hardship face in finding work in the arts.
“The Ignite Bursary Programme is part of a structured framework to help break down these barriers.”
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The bursaries, which can provide up to £500, are aimed at young people aged 12-18, or up to 25 for those with Special Educational Needs and/or disabilities, helping young people access opportunities that would not typically be available to them.
“The bursaries are an exciting opportunity for young people to gain exposure to excellence in the arts and to make meaningful steps toward their future careers,” Lucy added.
The first bursaries are set to be awarded in March, For more information, or to apply for a bursary, go to www.sunderlandculture.org.uk/projects-partnerships/culture-start/ignite-bursary/