START SOMETHING!
Got a creative idea? We'll help you make it happen!
We're looking for 6 young people aged 16–18 in Solihull to lead their very own creative activity at a library in Solihull.
Not everyone feels comfortable in a busy youth club or large group setting, and that's okay! Start Something is all about creating smaller, welcoming spaces where young people can connect through shared creative interests, build confidence and feel a sense of belonging.
Whether it's a crochet club, a bedazzling workshop, a Dungeons & Dragons group, a podcasting group, making a film, or something completely different, we want to support you to create an activity that brings people together.
You don't need to be the loudest person in the room to be a great leader. We're looking for young people with ideas, enthusiasm and an interest in developing your skills as a young creative leader.
So what's in it for you?
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£250 to bring your idea to life! This budget covers the materials you need to run your activity, as well as payment for your own time.
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Support from a dedicated youth worker who will help you plan your idea, build your confidence and develop your leadership skills.
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Real experience in the creative industries, from planning and budgeting to delivering your own sessions.
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The chance to make something happen in your community, bringing together other young people who share your interests.
How does it work?
You'll work alongside a youth worker to develop your idea into an activity for other young people aged 11–18.
You'll then have the opportunity to deliver your activity at The Core Library in Solihull and Dickens Heath, with your youth worker there to support you throughout.
There will be 6 weekly sessions of your activity.
You don't need to have run a workshop before, or have any previous leadership experience. We're looking for young people with ideas, enthusiasm and a willingness to give something new a go!
After the initial phase in The Core and Dickens Heath, this opportunity will recruit an additional 6 young people in 2 more libraries; Hobs Moat Library and Balsall Common Library.
Interested? Start Something!
We're recruiting just 6 young people for this first stage, so we'd love to hear from you!
Complete the short application form below and we will be in touch.
Deadline for applications is Monday 7th December.
If you have any questions, get in touch by emailing solihullcep@gmail.com.