Building Caring Music Ecosystems
Music is a powerful space for creativity and connection — but it can also reproduce inequality and exclusion. Young people, especially those from marginalised backgrounds, are often most affected. This toolkit supports youth music organisations and practitioners to better understand these dynamics and take action towards more caring, inclusive, and equitable environments. Click here to […]
Play it Loud! Barriers and Good Practices to Foster Intersectional Participation in Youth Music Projects: A Report for Youth Organisations, Organisers, and Stakeholders
This upcoming report presents findings from mixed-methods research conducted across eight countries, exploring the barriers and enablers of intersectional participation in youth music projects. Drawing on both qualitative and quantitative data, the report maps structural challenges, highlights promising practices, and offers actionable insights for organisations seeking to make music spaces more inclusive, equitable, and accessible […]
Melodies for Mindfulness workbook
The Melodies for Mindfulness workbook is an accessible, engaging resource designed for neurodiverse university students and staff. Blending adaptable mindfulness practices with creative, music-based exercises, the workbook supports emotional regulation and nurtures a sense of self-worth. Grounded in everyday application, it offers tools to build resilience, reduce overwhelm, and foster well-being.
Play it Loud! Handbook
Grounded in norm-critical pedagogy, the handbook offers both knowledge and tools for challenging exclusionary norms in music and youth work and introduces the Play it Loud! Building Blocks: a set of actionable strategies to foster diversity, participation, and meaningful inclusion. Whether you’re planning a festival, running a youth programme, or shaping organisational culture, this resource […]