Creative Youth Network

Bristol Mayoral Election - Youth hustings 2021

What do YOU want from Bristol's next Mayor? The recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, knife crime, transport, mental health support, climate change - this is your chance to question the candidates for Bristol mayor on the issues you care about most.

26th April, 5:30pm
Under 25s
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South Glos has got talent #YouthFest2021

We are showcasing talented young people from across South Gloucestershire who have entered our competition. Vote on your favourite! Read more
Busting myths about Eating Disorders | Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Alice talks about common misconceptions about eating disorders and shares how these myths affected her. Read more
A tonne of feathers

"A tonne of feathers" is a social action project bringing young people's voices and concerns to life through dynamic artworks. Read more

About us

Creative Youth Network helps young people, no matter what their background or circumstances, to reach their own potential.

One to One Support

Get personal advice and one to one support. Our youth workers are here to help you.

Careers Advice

We'll give you one-to-one career support and job coaching advice to help you get into the education, employment or training you want.

Support for artists

We provide support for emerging young artists, musicians, performers and creatives aged 16-25 years old, empowering the next generation of great artists from all backgrounds.

Creative YOU

Join our campaign to support young people's right to access the arts and to progress their talents.

We are working with some of the most vulnerable young people, ensuring they are safe and have a listening ear while in lockdown.

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£7 Could cover the cost of telephone conversations between a youth worker and a vulnerable young person in isolation

£12 Could give a young carer an evening of fun activities, taking a break from their caring responsibilities, in a small group session online

£25 Could provide an hour’s online specialist support for a young person struggling with their mental health

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ONLINE EXHIBITIONS

Parys Gardener | Exhibition

Parys Gardener is a multi award-winning contemporary digital illustrator based in Bristol, UK. She creates Pop art with a modern edge. Check out her amazing work in this digital exhibition. Read more
Dean Tamagno

Dean Tamagno is a multi-disciplined artist, DJ, Music Producer, VJ artist, Sound artist, which are just some of the hats he loves to wear. His primary love is for Techno and he produces under the alias ‘Dmango’, creating dark intimate Techno. Read more
Discover Diverse Emerging Talent

Looking for diverse talent to join you? We are showcasing the work and skills of the brightest young creative talent, aiming to make the creative industries as representative as the society in which we live. Check out the profiles of Creative Workforce for the Future - emerging talented young creatives who you can get in touch with for new work. Read more
A poetic journey | Scarlett Smyth

Paradise Island and Bright Grey take you on a poetic journey through the themes of memory, nature and emotional self-exploration. Read more

ONLINE CREATIVE COURSES

Taster sessions: Art, Dance and Music

Online and in person sessions
Art & Design – 13-19 year olds, Central Bristol
Dance – 11-16 year olds, East Bristol
Music – 11-16 year olds, Southmead/Lockleaze

Dates and times TBC
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Art

Online course
Interested in producing your own artwork? Experiment and play with techniques such as print making, 3D art and drawing.

26th April - 9th July
Group session: 4.30 - 5pm every Wednesday
Check ins: early evening every Wednesday
On Zoom
11 - 16 year olds in the South Glos area
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Craft & Textiles

*Fully booked* Online course
Interested in crafting? Experiment and play with a range of textile techniques. Whether you’ve never sewn before or you love sewing, there’s something for all lovers of craft!

26th April - 9th July
Group session: 4.30 - 5.15pm every Wednesday
Check ins: early evening every Wednesday
On Zoom
11 - 16 year olds in the Bristol area
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About us

We are working with some of the most vulnerable young people, ensuring they are safe and have a listening ear while in lockdown.Make a donation

ONLINE EXHIBITIONS

ONLINE CREATIVE COURSES

We are working with some of the most vulnerable young people, ensuring they are safe and have a listening ear while in lockdown.

Make a donation