Impact, Learning & Resources
Real change happens when culture connects with people. Here are stories from young leaders, community members, creatives, and partners showing how culture is making a difference in Chelmsford.
Featured Stories (Current Examples)
Spark! Youth Changemakers: Young people aged 13–25 lead cultural events, influence policy, and build creative careers through the landmark £250,000 Arts Council-funded programme. Read more
Resources
Cultural Compact Guide
Cultural Compact Guide: How we co-created Chelmsford’s Cultural Compact as a model for partnership working. NEED
Impact Reports & Case Studies
Research & Reports
Impact Reports & Case Studies: TBC
Creative Wellbeing Innovation: Community-led projects linking creativity with social prescribing improve mental and physical health across Chelmsford. Discover Projects
Research & Reports
Research & Reports: Collated evidence of need in the city for benchmark setting and steering cultural change. IN PROGRESS 4.2
Destination Chelmsford: Cultural guides and visitor information (coming soon).
Cultural Connectors: What can we include from this group? Community Engagement toolkit/framework? [The story of this process and outcomes?]
Inspired by the above? Have a story to share? See how you can get involved or contact us: hello@culturechelmsfod.org.uk
We share knowledge, tools, and research to support cultural leadership, community engagement, and creative development.
Destination Chelmsford
Toolkits & Workshops
Research & Reports
Toolkits & Workshops: Practical guides for community engagement, fundraising, and creative practice. NEED (Fundraising 101)
Governance
Diversifying our Governance LHG PDF Slides - TBC