Is collaboration rather than competition the key to unlocking a stronger, fairer UK? Could Creative Communities be the answer?  This preview of our brand new Creative Communities podcast series introduces you to some of the people and stories featured in the upcoming episodes, and gives you a sneak peek of how the power of creativity and co-creation in research is supercharging social change in our communities. In this preview episode you’ll hear about the Creative Communities programme, our Community Innovation Practitioners, and the team behind the scenes bringing the research and podcast to life. The next episodes will be released in October 2024. 00:00 Introduction 00:54 Welcome to the Creative Communities Podcast 02:38 Defining Creative Communities 04:43 The Importance of Inclusivity in Research 09:18 Community Innovation Practitioner Pilot 12:21 Meet the Community Innovation Practitioners 15:35 Importance of Community-Based Research 23:39 Creating the Podcast: Experiences and Insights 27:44 Why You Should Listen to the Podcast 34:02 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview Useful Links More from AHRC Creative Communities Programme, and how to get involved - Creative Communities.uk Thanks   Many thanks to our guests Prof. Christopher Smith (AHRC Executive Chair), Kristine Zaidi (AHRC Associate Director of Programmes), Lord Neil Mendoza (Provost of Oriel College, Oxford University), Husna Mortuza (Associate Director for Public Engagement, Joseph Rowntree Foundation) and Helen Goulden OBE (Chief Executive Officer, The Young Foundation). ------------------------------------ The Creative Communities podcast explores the power of cultural research and collaborative creativity. Join us as we discover how communities across the UK are tackling challenges and building a brighter future through groundbreaking projects.  Over six episodes, meet the Community Innovation Practitioners leading the way. We'll follow their journeys of cultural collaboration, co-creation, and innovation, showcasing real-life examples of how creativity empowers communities to build a stronger, more resilient UK. Credits Creative Communities is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council UK (Grant Agreement No AH/X001555/1) and hosted at Northumbria University, Newcastle. With podcast production and training from MIC media.

What happens when you unleash the collective power of diverse communities, partners, research, and creativity?  The new Creative Communities podcast explores how groundbreaking cultural research, creativity and inclusive innovation in communities can empower us to build a stronger, more resilient UK. Over six episodes, hear inspiring stories of change from across the UK. You’ll meet five Community Innovation Practitioners leading the way, working in partnership with cross-sector communities on remarkable new cultural projects.  Experience first-hand how these real-life community projects are using creativity to tackle challenges, embrace opportunities and build a brighter, more resilient future founded on inclusive innovation. Whether you're a creative, researcher, funder, community leader, or simply someone who cares about the future of your local area, the Creative Communities podcast is packed with local voices, practical insights, inspiration and solutions you can use to inspire creative change and co-creation in your own community.  Discover how Creative Communities combines research and community collaboration to generate innovative solutions to the big opportunities and challenges facing us today.  The Creative Communities podcast is hosted by Professor Katy Shaw, programme director of Creative Communities, a research initiative funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council. The full series launches in October 2024, with a special preview episode coming in September. Credits Creative Communities is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council UK (Grant Agreement No AH/X001555/1) and hosted at Northumbria University, Newcastle. With podcast production and training from MIC media.