Youth Voice

The journey so far:

Key highlights of the Creative Influencers’ journey include:

• Walking the ‘Manchester Day Parade’ in 2022.
• Co-hosting ‘MADE’s Big Event’ exploring the creative potential for Manchester to become a UNICEF child-friendly city in 2023.
• Visiting various plays and exhibitions including Factory International’s ‘Sweet Dreams’ exhibition in 2024.
• Presenting at ‘Curious Minds: LCEPs Connect Event’ in Bradford, 2025.
• Creating a Creative Influencers Animation, screened at HOME in 2025.
• Producing an artwork submitted to 42nd Street’s ‘The Future is Ours’ festival in 2026.

Don't just take our word for it...

We asked members of the Creative Influencers what they want to share about the group and this is what they said:

• Creative Influencers is a place where young people’s voices matter.
• It’s more than an arts group.
• It’s a safe, welcoming space to be yourself.
• The group shows that creativity is a tool for change.
• Creative Influencers builds real skills for the future.
• The group turns ideas into real opportunities.
• It opens doors to the creative world.
• It helps young people imagine bigger futures.
• The group is led by young people and backed by care.
• Creative Influencers look to inspire the next generation.

Learn more about the Creative Influencers below.

‍

‍

‍

Get involved!

Join Creative Influencers and be part of a creative community where your voice matters!

Joining Creative Influencers is a great way to meet new people, build confidence, and explore your creativity across Manchester in a supportive and inspiring space. If you’re a young person who wants to share ideas, try new things, and get involved in exciting creative opportunities, Creative Influencers would love to hear from you.

Please get in touch with Hannaa Hamdache, Project Manager, at made.mcr@z-arts.org for information on upcoming sessions and how to join.