The Heart of The Arts shortlist is made up of an eclectic mix of inspiring projects and people bringing creativity into people’s lives to revitalise communities, reboot economies, and care for the most vulnerable in society. We are so honoured to have been nominated for Best Arts Project.

Here’s what the judges said:

“An innovative and unusual project doing fantastic work in hospital wards and communities in South London. The partners it has attracted are impressive and it has the ambition and potential to expand its reach and impact and become something even more inspiring.”

“The projects Raw Material Music and Media have created highlight the myriad benefits creative expression can have for those experiencing poor mental health. The breadth of activity the team have delivered during the pandemic demonstrates that what they fo is vital for the wellbeing of the local community.”

This year’s winners will be selected from the shortlist by a judging panel of key arts industry experts and practitioners, as follows:

Andy Dawson, Inspire Youth Arts, winner of the 2021 HFTA award for Best Arts Champion – Local Authority or Cultural Trust Worker
Krishnan Guru-Murthy, journalist and presenter of Channel 4 News
Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason, author, speaker and supporter of music education
Shaparak Khorsandi, stand up comedian, writer, all round delight
Anna Lapwood, organist, conductor and broadcaster
Deborah Meaden, businesswoman and TV Dragon
Jack Thorne, screenwriter and playwright
Samuel West, actor and director, NCA Trustee

Full post - https://forthearts.org.uk/campaigns/hearts-for-the-arts/

Find out more about our nomination - https://forthearts.org.uk/hearts-for-the-arts-2022-raw-material-music-and-media