What we do

We believe the right to be creative is fundamental, and should not be exclusive.

At a time when the presence of arts education in schools is in sharp decline, Creative Youth exists to ensure as wide a range of young people as possible can realise their creative potential.

Our key areas

FUSE International

FUSE International is an annual arts festival which takes place in Kingston upon Thames. FUSE is home to international young artists under 27. Returning 28 June – 7 July 2024 / Tickets on sale in May

Creative Talent Programme

Our innovative mentoring scheme for young people provides a platform to flourish

Build Your Skills

A series of workshops, events and experiences designed to help you grow and focus your skills

Community, Learning & Participation

We are proud of our place at the heart of the Kingston community

FUSEBOX

A creative space for young people where ideas and imaginations will be sparked and dreams realised.

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Our key objectives

Empower

Empowering and equipping young people with the skills and confidence to succeed both in life and their chosen careers, in the creative industry or not

Celebrate

Celebrating and encouraging the achievements of young people in the arts and wider creative industries

Produce

Producing high quality programmes and projects that showcase and support young diverse talent

Provide

Providing career pathways for young people to enter work, including the creative industries. Therefore allowing the next generation of artists to flourish

Engage

Strategically engage with the arts, community, educational and business partners at a local level along with national and international industry partners in the delivery of our mission