Success in arts and culture isn't determined by talent and intelligence alone. It's shaped by who has access to opportunities, resources and the 'right' connections.
We're looking for at least 450 volunteers in London, Greater Manchester and Merseyside to be the 'right' connection for a young person in January 2027.
95%
of mentees said they had an improved confidence that they can achieve their creative ambitions (2025 Impact Report)
We have always been built on the power of generosity. Our community is our core funder, our pool of volunteers - we simply couldn't provide the support for marginalised young people to access arts and culture without them.
A monthly gift of £3 or whatever feels right for you, helps makes our life changing work happen, we can't do it without you.
Young people from privileged backgrounds are 4x more likely to make it in the creative industries than their less privileged peers. We are the alternative old boy network for young people that need us most. Join over 9,000 other creatives passionate about change. Join the Arts Emergency Network and make a difference today.
Read about our exciting programme developments and the life-changing support we provide, brought to life through the stories of the people at the heart of it all - our Young Community.
Arts Emergency Young Community member, Sarah Curless, met poet, author and BAFTA award-winning screenwriter Dean Atta, to find out how he approaches his creative projects and why authenticity lies at the heart of everything he does.
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Arisha, 27, started their Arts Emergency journey as a mentee in 2021 and has been involved in AE programmes ever since, including being a 2025 Youth Collective member.
God’s Favour, 17, from London, is currently studying A-levels. She applied for an Arts Emergency mentor to get some advice about what steps to take after finishing college.
Liverpool-based Andy was a 17-year-old Sixth Form student when they applied for a mentor to get advice about e a career in costume design.