Thinking about the climate crisis can be daunting. Certainly, in the wake of recent news from the other side of the Atlantic, there’s a sense of hopelessness when it comes to the existential threat to our planet.

Voice’s ‘Kick Some Class’ series shines a light on the barriers faced by young people from working class backgrounds when entering the arts and media world.

Upstart Projects is changing name. We’re moving all our work behind our Voice brand.

In the first half or so of 2024 we’ve had lots of change in the policy and governance world with a new government and a real uptick in genuine interest in supporting young people’s voice in organisations.

Our newly established local young arts reviewers group have been busy going to events and performances across Shropshire!

Take a look at our newest Annual Report to see what we got up to in 2022-2023. Highlights from the year include: We hope you will enjoy reading about our work with young people and the impact it has on individuals.

We’ve been delighted to produce the Young Voices Symposium and facilitate an away day for their Youth Advisory Board.

Upstart have trained and supported over 20 young people to become young leaders on arts boards across Warwickshire.

Our Nottingham Youth Cultural Partnership hosted a networking and information event about careers in film.

Meet Holly Howe. An experienced journalist and communications professional, and the new chair of Upstart.