“If I hadn’t had them [STAF] to go and speak to, I might have felt like I didn’t want to continue being an artist because it was just really really difficult.” – Artist, Ray Young

Since the pandemic began, STAF has continued to strive towards our mission, recognising those that hold significant cultural capital are at risk of drop out. Not only have we focused our remit of support, we have also developed strategic programming plans to nurture diverse leadership in the creative industries, whilst this autumn, in support of the biggest crisis in retention the arts sector has seen, the STAF Team have developed the Beyond Survival consultancy framework.

We are however aware that as many of us are emerging from the pandemic, people with different intersectional differences continue to face challenges to resume to the new normal, and many in the creative industries continue to struggle to maintain their creative practice and give a voice to their stories. 

At this time, we are seeking support through our Practical Dreaming: Artist Support Fund, to help the STAF Team to support those struggling within these times of change and crisis. Whatever you may be able to give; £5, £10, £100 or other will be used to support practical dreaming session for independent artists that are currently sitting outside of funding, focused on help them to remobilise and restrategise their work as we continue to support sector rebuild.

If you are able to give, STAF and supported artists, thank you very much for your support. If you can’t, we understand, but would also be super grateful if you can help us spread the word!

If you are an artist in need of support contact us now to see how we can help.

You are not alone.

The STAF Team

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