Blaze is a youth-led arts organisation, based in Burnley. We work across Lancashire, supporting young people to develop and apply their creativity to improve their lives, communities and the world. We tackle the issue of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds being excluded from creative education and cultural opportunities, especially in rural areas and small industrial towns. Our youth led creative projects, enable young people to develop skills for higher-level education and better quality employment.
Since 2012, over 8500 young people (aged 13 – 25) have produced their own high-quality exhibitions, publications, digital content and events through Blaze. Many go on to further or higher education and to pursue creative careers, thanks to the sparks we ignite.