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Newport Live Cultural Threads

Beneficiaries

  • People Of A Particular Ethnic Or Racial Origin

    This programme will be co-created with racially and ethnically diverse communities, including Black Caribbean, Chinese, Sudanese, and Hindu groups.

  • Religious communities

    The project will include events and activities that reflect religious festivals (e.g. Diwali), and will affirm and celebrate the identities of faith-based communities.

  • Community

    Arts-based engagement will help create safe, creative spaces for dialogue between different cultural groups. This helps build mutual understanding, reduce prejudice, and strengthen community cohesion.

  • Marginalised or vulnerable groups

    The programme supports marginalised groups including refugees, low-income families, ethnically diverse communities, and young LGBTQ+ people.

  • Reach of your work

    The focus of this is on reaching and supporting new groups.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Riverfront Theatre seeks funding to launch a new, inclusive cultural programme co-created with local communities. Building on annual events like Black History 365, International Women’s Day and Lunar New Year, we’ll collaborate with Sudanese, Polish, Chinese, Hindu, and LGBTQ+ communities in Newport to develop year-round participatory arts and launch new celebration events, fostering shared ownership and create a vibrant cultural hub in Newport.

BENEFICIARIES REACHED ANNUALLY

500

We will set a minima engagement criteria of 500

SIZE OF PROJECT PER ANNUM

£30,000.00

TIMELINE

Aug 2025 - Dec 2025

BENEFICIARIES REACHED ANNUALLY

5

We'll look to support at least 5 underrepresented groups

Project Outcome Targets

Create a welcoming environment that celebrates the diverse cultures of Newport

Enhance community engagement and strengthen community bonds.

Promote cultural awareness and highlight and educate about the unique traditions and contributions o

Project Activities

  • Engage diverse communities in meaningful consultation and cultural dialogue.

  • Co-design creative workshops to build skills, confidence, and cultural expression.

  • Deliver inclusive events that celebrate identity, heritage, and community pride.

  • Remove barriers to access and ensure welcoming, inclusive participation for all.

  • Provide training to empower communities and sustain long-term cultural activity.

Resources Needed For The Project

Resource Description Quantity needed When needed How this donation supports the project (Enabling Actions or KPIs)
MONEY The financial support on this project will support engagement throughout the community across multiple events & activity £30,000 01/08/2025 Project supports community building & breaks down barriers to opportunities supporting inclusivity and equality.
Project details
GEOGRAPHIC REACH

Wales: Newport

IMPACT REPORTING

Quarterly

March 2021

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
UN SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being UN SDG 10: Reduced Inequality UN SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
How we monitor the quality and results of our work

We will monitor & evaluate against set targets within the scope of the project.

Frameworks

Support for initiatives focused on strengthening community networks

WHO IS ALREADY FUNDING THE PROJECT?

Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre

Will support the project through management, space and oversight.