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Times scale for funding - deadlines, be aware.
Consider crowd funding and funding in kind so that you have something in place when you are applying.
Funding the BLACK COMMUNITY - imbalance in how the Black community is funded, we cannot compete with the likes of the English National Ballet , we need to look at the how Black arts are assessed, the lenses of the individual who assess the application places black people’s application at a disadvantage, sometimes they are competing with the applicant.
We need ring fenced money for young black artist funding - we have been disadvantaged, there is a need ring fenced money in order for first times to get the support and start the need.
We cannot compete with big organisations who have fund writers being paid £500 a day to write a bid.
We need bid writers, administrators are paid more than the artist.
Question - Where else can we get funding aside from the Arts Council -
A - gained funding for the first time , there is a need for us to know what to ask for.
We have barriers to applying, as an artist we need the support of an administrators in order to be free to create
K is running an advisory consultation for first time applicants.
If you have applied before you are welcome to join . First step and the application itself.
All done with a relationship manager for the ACE.
There is a need to understand the language within the application. The need of an administrator, this is a missing link for ACE where funding is concerned .
Applicants should apply with their name on the money as it influences how you make/write the application. Think you will get it
Make time to research the arts council, answer all the bullet point questions. Look at their links on how to do things . Example ITC rates for paying people.
Answer to A's Question- It takes longer to get over 15,000. Discussion time varies.
Do not restrict your ambition. Step up your game if you have applied more than once. Try a higher amount if that is your need. Alison thought this is much clearer guidance.
FUNDING
National Lottery
Creative England
Heritage Lottery
SYFAB FUNDING stream - put in your requirements and they will throw out lots of funding bodies that may cover your needs.
Times scale for funding - deadlines, be aware.
Consider crowd funding and funding in kind so that you have something in place when you are applying.
Funding the BLACK COMMUNITY - imbalance in how the Black community is funded, we cannot compete with the likes of the English National Ballet , we need to look at the how Black arts are assessed, the lenses of the individual who assess the application places black people’s application at a disadvantage, sometimes they are competing with the applicant.
We need ring fenced money for young black artist funding - we have been disadvantaged, there is a need ring fenced money in order for first times to get the support and start the need.
We cannot compete with big organisations who have fund writers being paid £500 a day to write a bid.
We need bid writers, administrators are paid more than the artist.
"Artistic Peaceful Protest - Saturday July 18th - 2pm - Outside The Crucible Theatre to hold them accountable for the institutionalised racism that has been prevalent in the organisation for many years. It would be great to see you there and have your support."
"If anyone is interested in the Crucible demo please email me on extraplay04@yahoo.co.uk and I will pass your details to Nathan."
"It would be great to connect with a small dance organisation in Scotland Im co-running. It would be great with you. Melebroomes.projectx@gmail.com www.projectxplatform.com "
"ebunculwin@gmail.com please contact me re: collaboration UK American black production of my film script ready to go all black cast"
"I'm about to relaunch a Hollistic Performing Arts Academy. If you're interested do email me on; info@sutara.org.uk"
"BSL Interpreters Call Out - If you know any BSL interpreters that would be willing to be part of the artistic peaceful protest in Sheffield on the 18th of July we could really do with your help to make what is being said at the protest accessible for the Deaf community. If you could put them in touch with me via email I would really appreciate it. nathangeering@hotmail.com"
"AkomaAsa Arts - Performing Arts for Children and Young People - 6-16. Due to Covid-19 our programme is now on line. We will be running a summer programme please email us info@akomaasa.com"
"Hello everyone, my name's Segun Lee-French and I work closely with Guildhall School of Music and Drama, talking regularly with the Vice Principal about their institutional review in response to BLM. If anyone wants to link with me about this, contact me at segun.lee-french@islington.gov.uk"
"Gillian.katungi@outlook.com - one of the Directors of a community arts and music venue in Glasgow. Also Director of newly formed black led org - Glasgow Outdoor Gallery. Also an Artist too.. very interested in connecting with folk and exploring building / forming projects and ideas around black institutions. Supporting the growth of the next generation is also something at the front of my mind - feel free to reach out"
"Haven is a Safe Space - Haven was formed for Black Actors, Creative and Workers to share their experiences, points of view and thoughts about Blackness in UK Theatre, Television and Film. Haven is a Safe Space protecting the integrity and privacy of its participants. 's a group coming together once a week. Contact Debra on debratidd1@mac.com"
"Leslie Ann Saunders, Natural Hair Consultant & Hairstorian. My purpose is to RENEW REPAIR AND STRENGTHEN your relationship with your natural roots. My Misson is to manifest accessibility to natural hair artists and consultants in the film, TV and media. I am working on a project called Hair Stories, a platform of healing where we tell the story of our Hair. I am working towards an exhibition and negiotating with The Wellcome Trust to do an exhibition in 2022 or sooner. Contact me on instagram lasaundersltd or email lasaunders2011@gmail.com if you need a Natural Hair Consultant."
"Currently encouraging a campaign via social media . #racismequalsprejudicepluspower"
"Does anyone have an example of documentary film proposal; if so could you email me: extraplay04@yahoo.co.uk"
"STUN enables urban stories of 21st century Britain to be experienced across the world. Our main purpose is to develop BAME artistic talent which wouldn’t be developed without our support, giving voice to stories that would otherwise go unheard."
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Black, Asian and ethnically diverse counselling services
The Black, African and Asian Therapy Network https://www.baatn.org.uk/find-a-therapist/
Counsellors registered with the Counselling Directly who specify counselling for discrimination (not filtered by ethnicity) https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/search.php?search=uk&keywords=race&services[112]=1&distance=15&page=2
Psychology Today list of Black British Counsellors https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/black-british/england?sid=5ee41938329a3&spec=584
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