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Today’s young people need tools to express their issues
ScribersHive: Royal Docks is a unique learning experience designed to give the young people of Newham a way to express themselves through multimedia storytelling. This programme was created so that a diverse will be taught transferable production skills they can use to voice their issues in today’s modern world.
What will the programme involve and why should you apply?
Participants will be taught how to express themselves through: creative writing, graphic design and A/V production over the programme’s 6 week duration. Each stage of the programme will combine hands-on training, engaging group activities, cultural outings, collaboration between participants and scheduled learning evaluations.
Through engaging group activities, hands-on training by industry professionals, and cultural outings, we hope to inspire you to speak your truth and raise awareness of issues affecting you and your community.
At the end of the programme, your work will be showcased at a public exhibition so people can learn about who you are and what you stand for, and appreciate the skills you have developed in telling your story.
Apply today to start your storytelling journey!
To conclude the programme, participants will have had their articles and illustrations published to our website as well as a public showcasing of their work!
How long is the programme?
The programme will have 10 interactive fun / creative sessions. Each of the three stages of the programme will lead to preparing for the public exhibition in May/June 2022.
ScribersHive Royal Docks programme will begin on the 11th of May 2022. Applications will close on the 9th of May 2022.
Stage 1: Writing
Stage 2: Illustration
Stage 3: Film & Podcast
Location
Workshops and other activities will be conducted in person in Newham.
Apply as soon as possible.
Application deadline is 9th May 2022.
To take part in this programme, you must be:
- People who live, work or study in Newham
- Between the ages of 16 and 30
- Have a keen interest in the creative arts
