About Art UK
Art UK is an art education charity and the online home for every public collection of art in the United Kingdom. It is making the UK's national collection of art accessible to everyone online - for enjoyment, learning and research. Art UK brings together art from almost 3,500 British institutions in one of the UK's largest ever arts partnerships and showcases this art to a global audience of 5.5m users per year. Approaching 60% of this audience is overseas.
Art UK provides significant support to museums and galleries in the UK, by providing them with a shared digital platform to showcase their art collections, reach new audiences, and generate income. Most of these collections would not be able to show their art online without Art UK. The Art UK platform is rich in story content, learning resources for teachers and students, and public engagement opportunities. A shared e-commerce infrastructure helps collections generate much needed commercial income.
New Trustees sought
Art UK are looking to recruit new Trustees with high levels of interest in the visual arts and how to communicate them to a wide public. Their motivated board, led by Kathleen Soriano, supports a dynamic executive team committed to making the national art collection accessible online and across a number of important initiatives set out in detail below.
Successful candidates will have:
- A love of art in all its manifestations and a strong commitment to arts education
- A track record of achievement, leadership, and innovation in their chosen career
- An awareness of the challenges faced by the cultural sector around financial resources and the need to sustain reliable core income
We believe our Board would benefit in particular from further expertise in four main areas:
- Charity finance and fundraising
- Galleries and museums
- Digital marketing
- Learning and schools education
Art UK are keen to consider people who have not served on a charity's Board of Trustees before if they bring expertise in the specialisms we're targeting. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries, particularly individuals
To learn more visit Art UK and read their Trustee Information Pack
Our New Vision
We’re embarking on an exciting new journey with a renewed vision for Made in Stoke.
Vision Statement
At Made in Stoke, we envision a vibrant, thriving Stoke-on-Trent where every individual feels a profound connection to the city and is inspired to contribute their time, expertise, and resources. By fostering a robust and engaged network of people dedicated to the well-being and development of our community, we aim to create a future where Stoke-on-Trent stands as a beacon of collaboration, generosity, and sustainable growth.
Outcome
A robust and interconnected Stoke-on-Trent where empowered communities, enriched by social capital, expert guidance, and financial support, collaborate effectively to achieve sustainable development and collective prosperity.
Building Blocks to Succeed
- Creating Economic Development
- We aim to develop programmes that open up new career, educational, and personal growth opportunities for residents. By encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship, we will drive local economic development. Collaborating with businesses and academic institutions, we will create pathways for success and maximise the skills and expertise of our network to offer more work-based learning opportunities.
- Cultivating Ambassadors and Champions
- We will identify and support individuals who can positively advocate for and represent Stoke-on-Trent. Offering platforms and opportunities for ambassadors to share their stories will inspire others. Recognising and celebrating the achievements of community champions will build a culture of aspiration and pride within our community.
- Raising Aspiration and Ambition
- Providing opportunities to improve learning through a wide range of extraordinary life chances and experiences is critical. Promoting success stories and role models will elevate community morale. Creating a supportive environment will encourage lifelong learning and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of ambition.
- Building Capacity in Communities
- It is crucial to empower local organisations, businesses, and groups to take on leadership roles and drive community initiatives. Building community capacity through increased social capital and providing expertise or financial investment will foster collaboration and mutual support among community members.
- Supporting Heritage and Culture
- We will work closely with partners to pool resources and build on Stoke-on-Trent's rich cultural heritage. Acting as a landing space for people to bring ideas that support the city, we will foster a culture of collaboration between key partners and volunteers, ensuring our heritage and culture thrive.
Engaged Core Partners
We are proud to have strong support from core partners like Port Vale FC, Stoke City FC, Staffordshire University, local philanthropists, YMCA North Staffordshire, Staffordshire Community Foundation, and Stoke-on-Trent City Council. These partnerships are integral to our mission and help us drive forward our initiatives with a united effort.
Thank you, James Routledge
Thank you to James Routledge for outstanding leadership over the past 12 months. James is now focusing on his role at Staffordshire University and his work at the Knot, but he will remain an ambassador for Made in Stoke, continuing to support our mission.
MIS T-shirt Campaign
We’re eager to see where our Made in Stoke T-shirts will travel. Message us directly or reach out on our social media to get yours. Our shop will be up and running next month, with international shipping available.
We’d love to see photos of you in your tee using the hashtag #iammadeinstoke
Upcoming Projects
We’re excited to share that we are working on two significant projects that will impact the city over the next six months.
Stay tuned for more updates soon—we can’t wait to tell you more!
#iammadeinstoke
Please help us spread the word and share the message of Made in Stoke, whether in the city or around the world. Use the hashtag on your socials to show your support and connect with our global community.
Sharing your stories and photos can help us reach more people and showcase our pride in our wonderful city. Let's get the message out there and celebrate Stoke together!
if you want to volunteer, offer your expertise or financially invest in the city - we can link you to the right opportunities and organisations to help make this happen. Please get in touch with us at hello@madeinstoke.com
