We engage with HIGH CALIBRE, charismatic, versatile and talent abundant artists to help create, shape and nurture positive life paths and opportunities. Our ever-evolving Community is the nucleus of everything we represent as we cater to a wide demographic of cultures, ages and backgrounds.
Other collaborations with Tracks (Sheffield Music School), Hive South Yorkshire, Tramlines, The Leadmill, Off The Shelf Festival Of Words, Showroom Cinema, Exposed Magazine, TWSB, Waveright Studios, Waterbear College of Music, the Creators Hub, Element society, Theatre Deli, Yellow Arch Studios and Leeds Playhouse Theatre illustrated that our resurgence is the bridge between young people, communities, education and the music industry.
A significant portion of the youth we engage with are from areas of the city with high levels of criminal activity, exploitation and instances of serious youth violence. Many of the young people have had first hand encounters with the criminal justice system, including periods of time in incarceration. Many come to Slambarz to forge a new more positive path towards a career or education in the music industry.
It’s crucial for us as an organisation to recognise the responsibility we have in creating positive trauma informed and supportive environments for young people facing challenging circumstances. By providing resources, and access to creative spaces, we aim to break the cycle of decline and offer better opportunities for those who may otherwise be marginalised.
We understand the importance of offering mentorship and positive role models, particularly for the under-represented communities of young people who are Black British or of Caribbean/African descent. Our commitment lies in empowering these individuals and fostering environments where they can thrive and reach their full potential by feeling a part of the Slambarz community.
Community cohesion is the nucleus of our ethos.
