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Organisation: Arts Award

Who: 11-25 years

Cost: Often free

Time: No limits

Contact details:

artsaward.org.uk

020 7820 6178

Summary:

The Arts Award offers the chance to do something creative and explore an aspect of the arts while developing leadership and organisation skills in a structured programme.

In their own words:

“[Arts Award’s] mission is to support young people who want to deepen their engagement with the arts, build creative and leadership skills, and to achieve a national qualification. Through Arts Award's five levels, children and young people aged up to 25 can explore any art form.”

Skills gained:

Communication
Taking responsibility
Planning
Leadership
Creative skills

Further opportunities:

Become an Arts Award Activist - organise events, get training or become a national ambassador for the programme (see website). Become a Voice Reporter for the online magazine!

What you do:

You will get the chance to take part in different arts activities, study other artists and styles, experience and review arts events and share your skills with others. This could take the form of organising events, exhibitions or workshops. There are five levels of Awards to suit you - gold is even worth 35 UCAS points!

Why do it:

Through the Arts Award you will get the opportunity combine creativity and leadership while exploring things you are passionate about. The Award allows you to develop key leadership and organisational skills that connect directly to industry-relevant experiences and knowledge - perfect for aspiring young creatives!