CAN YOUNG ARTISTS empowers young people to be who they want to be. The Voices of the City exhibition launched yesterday at Manchester Libraries. Thanks to the young people who brought their voices to the project. The photographs of Shirlaine Forrest are simply stunning. Check the show out at Central library until Weds 30 April. #Photography #exhibition #manchester #freethingstodo #creative
So proud to showcase the voices of the city’s diverse young people through the Voices of the City project. Thanks to CAN Young Artists for their ideas and creativity captured through drama with Julia Wilson/Small Acts, music making with Emma Marsh & Mara de Cruz and stunning photography by Shirlaine Forrest. 💥 Thanks to everyone who was part of the launch yesterday. You can see the show until 30 April at Manchester Central Library. It’s FREE and inspires ideas. 💡#photography #exhibition #manchester #creativity #youngpeople
CAN believes everyone deserves to live in safety, dignity, and peace.
The UK is seeing misinformation at unprecedented levels, in both the mainstream media and on social platforms, which is intentional in its aim to ignite and normalise racist hatred.
Some of this hatred is taking form in the racist protests on the UK’s streets and outside hotels where asylum seekers are living.
Targeting people because of their race, nationality, or immigration status is wrong.
These protests do not speak for the vast majority of people in our communities, who value compassion, fairness, and respect.
Our country is at its best when it is welcoming, inclusive, and united.
We have more in common than that what divides us. #hopenothate #saynotoracism #refugeeswelcome #cityofsanctuary #stopracism #moreincommon
What helps people feel seen, heard and like they belong?
In the latest episode of Community In Mind, we explore how creativity can help build connection, community and belonging.
Georgia is joined by Anna Vu Thompson, creative director of @comartsnw an organisation creating access to cultural opportunities across Greater Manchester. Anna shares thoughtful insights on representation, storytelling, identity and breaking down barriers to participation.
This conversation is a reminder that creativity isn’t only about expression – it can help people feel represented, connected and part of something.
Listen now – link in bio.
#CommunityInMind #CharlieWallerTrust #YoungPeopleMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #CommunityArts
What helps people feel seen, heard and like they belong?
In this episode of Community In Mind, we explore how creativity can help build connection, community and belonging.
We’re joined by Anna Vu Thompson, creative director and CEO of Community Arts North West, who shares thoughtful insights on representation, storytelling and breaking down barriers to participation. We also talk about culture, identity and why inclusive spaces matter so much for wellbeing. This conversation is a powerful reminder that creativity is not just about expression – it can also help people connect, feel represented and find a sense of belonging.
What role has creativity played in helping you feel connected?
Listen now – link in bio.
#CommunityInMind #CharlieWallerTrust #YoungPeoplesMentalHealth #MentalHealth #CommunityWellbeing #Inclusion #Belonging #Creativity #Representation #Storytelling
Great fun getting up close and personal with the photographs of @shirlaine_forrest of CAN Young Artists Voices of the City project. Head to the library tomorrow for our launch 1pm - 3.30pm. If you can’t make it, the Voices of the City exhibition runs until Wednesday 30 April.
#photographer #photographylovers #creativity #freethingstodo #manchester
Installing our photography exhibition Voices of the City at Manchester Central Library this afternoon. What a treat to go behind the scenes. The show opens tomorrow Wednesday 8 April with a free launch 1 - 3.30pm at Central Library.
💥music with Emma Marsh, Mara de Cruz and Denys Dukianets
💥food
💥 relaxed Q&A with CAN Young Artists, Michelle Udogu, Creative Producer, and the photographer @shirlaine_forrest 2 - 3.30pm
Check out a show with powerful and beautiful photos. Runs until Wednesday 30 April
#photography #manchesterlibraries #freethingstodoinmanchester #whatsonmanchester #manchesterlibraries
ARTIST CALLOUT 🎨
HOME and @comartsnw are commissioning an artist to create an original new artwork for exhibition during this year’s Horizons Festival! The Artwork can be created in any 2D medium, such as Illustration or Painting, which will be reproduced at large scale and showcased on the exterior of HOME’s building for up to 6 weeks.
To be eligible, you must have lived experience of displacement or seeking sanctuary. Please see other eligibility requirements and further information on our website.
⏰ Apply by Mon 30 Mar.
Learn more and apply by clicking the #linkinbio.
From our friends @creativesamani check out this networking and celebration event for African women leaders. Part of #GMLiveWell Spring Festival from @createwellgm the event promises music, networking, the Fumbo photography exhibition, free lunch, plus a special healthy tea blend tasting. All this and more! Join Amani Creatives CIC at Ensemble on Saturday 21 March between 12pm & 4pm. The event celebrates the powerful women who support their communities, bringing people together. The Spring Festival takes place across Greater Manchester between 9 - 23 March. There are some fantastic events celebrating the connection of creativity and health and well-being. Well worth checking out! #amanicreatives #GMLiveWell #african #africancommunity
Horizons Festival is an annual multi-arts festival with @comartsnw that champions, empowers and honours global majority voices, with a focus on those experiencing migration and displacement.
Have you been impacted by migration? Are you a film-maker exploring related subjects on-screen? If so, we want to hear from you!
We’re on the look out for short films that explore migration, displacement and/or global majority identities to play in our Horizons Short Film Showcase.
Please see further information, including submission criteria, on our website.
⏰ Apply by 6pm on Fri 13 Mar
📸 Photography by Shirlaine Forrest
💻 Read more and submit your film by clicking the #linkinbio.
GMAST is hosting a Spring: Culture and Climate commons event on Friday 20 March at Hulme Community Garden Centre between 2.46pm - 8pm. GMAST is evolving, and it’s inviting people to help shape the future as a cultural climate co-operative rooted in Greater Manchester.
Why not mark the first day of spring: explore the garden, join creative climate conversations, plant ideas and make connections?
GMAST promises food and drink, art and culture…and absolutely no speeches - guaranteed! As part of Greater Manchester’s cultural and climate community, you may already know GMAST, be part of the network, or you may be completely new to it- everyone is welcome. GMAST has 25 financially supported places for freelancers as well as access support. Full details on the event page - search Ticket Tailor for gmast booking link
/events/gmast/2081575
#creatives #climateaction #climatechange #creativeschangetheworld #artists #climateemergency #sustainability #manchester #greatermanchester
