Our Values, Aims & Ethos
Our Values
(What We Stand For)
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Cultural Integrity & Respect
We will prioritise authenticity, care and integrity in how Black stories are told and who gets to tell them.
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Community-Centred Empowerment
We will connect, support and uplift Black Creatives in the North of the UK, centring their success, wellbeing and voices whilst also welcoming allies.
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Opportunity & Access
We want to work to reduce barriers, expand access and create meaningful pathways and visibility for Black Creative Talent.
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Collaboration & Care
We believe in collective strength - sharing knowledge, working together, and building lasting creative relationships.
Our Aims
(What We Want To Achieve)
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Elevate Black Creatives in the North of the UK through opportunities, projects, jobs and visibility.
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Build a thriving Creative Community for sharing, learning, collaboration and growth. Whilst also being open to allies and supporters.
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Produce and Champion impactful work rooted in lived experience that shapes culture, policy and industry practices.
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Create sustainable career pathways for Black Creatives beyond London-centric industries.
Our Ethos
(How We Want To Work)
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Inclusive & Thoughtful
Listen before we act and lead with respect.
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Creative-Led Storytelling
lived experience and cultural impact will guide our work.
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Supportive & Accountable
Build with people, prioritising wellbeing, growth, partnership, and accountability in addressing industry imbalance.