The group
met every Wednesday at Brewhouse Yard from 4-6pm to enjoy tasty jaffa cakes
and work on a range of innovative projects.
The group participated in skills workshops about topics like social media,
communications, performance art, photography, filmmaking and more, they
worked on projects linked to art, history and heritage. Past projects include
taking part in Nottingham Light Night at Brewhouse Yard, making films based on
exhibitions at Wollaton Hall, building a space-punk feedback machine and even
designing a room at Nottingham castle!
Quotations from members:
“By
volunteering with Illuminate, I’ve been able to access opportunities that I’d
never even heard of before. The free food is nice and all!” Kate,
aged 16
“Discussions,
ideas, cookies!” Kirsty, aged 19
“Thanks to
Illuminate, I have been able to experience a range of activities I never would
have had the opportunity to try.” Dean
“If we’re
not meeting people and professionals, we’re working on a project.” Amber, aged 18
