poetry — Showcase

↑ reality – spoken word training programme

A series of creative writing and spoken word workshops were co-curated which culminated in a final performance with young people engaged with Keighley Youth Service.

creative consultationJimmy Smith8 March 2022performance, poetry

↑ sisterhood – open mic sessions

Female only open mics supported by The Leap and Bradford Libraries every month at City Library.

changemakersJimmy Smith8 March 2022poetry

↑ i am perfect as me! – co-created campaign

Co-created campaigns with young people via Speakers Corner that focus on mental health, body image and other issues that relate to young people and the wider community.

radical social awardsJimmy Smith9 February 2022theatre, poetry, spoken word

↑ haris ahmed – re-thinking poetry workshops

A series of poetry sessions for children and young people to develop creative writing and performing skills to empower them and be inspired that people like them are leading a creative career and they can too.

radical social awardsJimmy Smith9 February 2022poetry

↑ rooting – co-creating with intergenerational communities

Artist Liz Mytton worked with young communities in the BD5 area to generate and explore creative thinking and art surrounding the theme of 'being rooted'.

pioneer programmeJimmy Smith9 February 2022poetry