Young Britons feel disconnected and locked out of creative arts, charity says
Summary
A youth arts charity called the Roundhouse found that many young people in Britain feel disconnected and unable to access creative activities. The loss of safe community spaces and cuts to youth services contribute to this problem, which also ties into high youth unemployment and feelings of isolation.Key Facts
- The Roundhouse charity found 87% of young people aged 18-30 say they have fewer chances to meet others and be creative outside school or work.
- Over half said lack of safe community spaces, like youth clubs, is a main barrier to connecting with others.
- English local authorities have cut youth service budgets by £1.2 billion since 2010.
- Youth unemployment in London is 24.6%, much higher than the national average of 14.6%.
- A government report showed over a million young people in the UK are not in education, employment, or training this year.
- Some young creatives, including actors and writers, credit the Roundhouse with supporting their careers.
- One in eight young people feel creative opportunities are hard to reach because of their background or social class.
- Experts say that solving youth unemployment also requires providing more places for young people to try new activities and build confidence.
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