It’s all going swimmingly – starting a new job at CS!
Ian reflects on his first few months as Outdoor Activities Lead at Creative Sustainability I can’t say I was thrown in the at the deep end, but there can’t be many jobs where your first day of work involves pulling…
New funding for Short Breaks supports young people and carers
Creative Sustainability is one of six local organisations awarded funding by Barnwood Trust through its latest themed funding programme, Short Breaks. The six projects will test some best-practice delivery principles and learn about what impact this could have on Short Breaks…
Breaking free in the Beacons – a review of summer camps
Our annual summer camps focus on inclusivity, giving a sense of unity among campers, breaking down barriers and creating long-lasting memories and friendships. The Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) provides an ideal setting for wild camping, offering a chance to disconnect…
A transformational journey with Shrek The Musical
The 3rd Space ProCorda Theatre Company took a group of fantastic young people on an incredible journey – creating their own version of Shrek The Musical. This experience was transformational, helping them believe in themselves and uncover their unique talents. …
Work experience participant at Fromehall Mill
It was really great to have the company and input of Otto from Deer Park school who has just completed a week of work experience at Creative Sustainability. He joined in mostly at the Access Bike workshop, learning how to…
We welcomed over 70 visitors at our Fromehall Mill Open Day!
We were very pleased to welcome over 70 people to our open house on Monday this week. We had a fantastic day with community members, young people, collaborators and funders chatting about the work we are doing here at Creative…
What does inclusive employment actually look like?
What does inclusive employment actually look like? 1. The application process is often the biggest barrier – change that now, give applicants different options and ways to apply and different routes to interview 2. Small changes/flexibility can make a big…
Gloucestershire Youth Climate Group Celebrate Earth Day
Gloucestershire Youth Climate Group Celebrate Earth Day On Saturday 22nd April, Gloucestershire Youth Climate Group members went to The University of Gloucestershire and experienced a Mock UN Climate Conference with the International Relations Course. We started off the day with…
An inclusive welcome! Some top tips
Inclusivity is about how people feel as well as physical access Inclusion isn’t just about lifts and ramps, it’s about how we make people feel from their first interaction with us. It’s about love, respect, curiosity and creativity and problem…