Arts Well: Grow – Autumn 2021 programme
Our popular and well-received series of online professional development workshops starts again this autumn. This six-session programme is aimed at practitioners working in the space of creativity, culture, health and wellbeing and are designed with an emphasis on being able to put your learning into practice. Each workshop is a stand-alone session, so you can book for just one, but many people have attended the full programme.
We have had great feedback from these:
“Brilliant thank you so much Jayne for the session and links. I learnt a huge amount”
“Excellent wealth of information and all good for my start into the arts and health sector”
“Really useful information and advice. Focusing, positive and galvanising.”
“Really useful – lots of information shared, easy to follow presentation and helpful slides.”
“The timing and content on the powerpoints was one of the best I’ve experienced in an online training.”
“I was really impressed with the way that it was delivered, given that it was on Zoom rather than in the room, I felt engaged with the delivery and learning, which isn’t always the case with webinars.”
“Nice sized group, I felt it was a safe space to ask questions that came to mind.”
“The session was informative, engaging and seemed to fly by.”
“Great to have all the information and links sent through afterwards . Very generous.”
At just two and a half hours long, including a break, the sessions recognise the need to reduce screen fatigue and allow time for discussion and questions throughout.
Bookings are now open – click on the links below. You will need to be able to use Zoom for the session – you don’t need to download any software, just click on the link on your laptop, tablet or phone. If you have not used it before, there will be an optional introduction 10 minutes before the start of each session.
We recognise the very different circumstances that people are facing, especially as a consequence of this pandemic, so the workshops are available at 3 different price points – £25 is the standard price; £15 concessionary or a donation for those who would otherwise not be able to attend. Please pay the appropriate price for your circumstances, acknowledging that Arts Well is a small not-for-profit organisation that relies on this trading income to deliver its activities.
Writing funding bids and applications
Tuesday 28th September 2021, 10.00am–12.30pm
This workshop will look at different types of funding, show you how to research and select the right funder for your project, structure your funding bid and become more confident and skilled in writing your bid to make you and your project stand out.
Facilitating mental wellbeing through creativity
Tuesday 5th October 2021, 10.00am–12.30pm
As well as exploring the benefits of creativity for mental wellbeing, this session includes mental health awareness, maintaining healthy boundaries, and safe and ethical practice. We will consider how to bring the Five Ways to Wellbeing into creative workshops and also the challenges of delivering during this current pandemic.
Outcomes and Evaluation
Tuesday 12th October 2021, 10.00am–12.30pm
This workshop focuses on the importance of evaluating your activities or project – why and what you should evaluate, different approaches and popular and appropriate evaluation tools. An essential session for anyone running arts and health activities.
Good Practice for Self-care
Wednesday 13th October 2021, 10.00am – 12.30pm
Many practitioners involved in delivering creative activities for others forget to find the time and techniques to look after themselves and ensure that their own health and wellbeing are supported, especially during this pandemic. This workshop will introduce approaches to self-care and provide you with tools so that you can continue to support yourself and others effectively.
Delivering Creative Activities for Social Prescribing
Tuesday 2nd November 2021, 10.00am–12.30pm
This session provides an opportunity for you to find out more about social prescribing models and the contribution your creative practice could make. You will explore the various considerations involved and discuss how to present your proposals.
Creativity and Dementia Good Practice
Thursday 11th November 2021, 10.00am–12.30pm
In this session you will explore the benefits of creativity for people living with dementia. You will have a brief introduction to dementia awareness, learn how to tailor your practice so it is accessible and engaging, and get advice about working in specific settings.