Exchange Bursaries Application

1) First name *

2) Last name *

3) Email address *

4) Phone number *

5) Organisation name (where applicable) *

6) Website

7) Companies House Registration Number (If applicable)

8) Job title *

9) What part of the creative industries are you in? *

If you answered other, please add here *

10) Does your work support or are your clients from the creative industries? If so, please select the main sector they are from? *

If you answered other, please add here *

11) Explain your creative business, creative practice or project (100 words max) *

12) Can you give up to three examples of your work or projects you have done in the past, present, or are planning for the future, showcasing how you embrace innovation, push boundaries and use new ways of thinking? (300 words max) *

13) Do you currently address any of the following issues through your work? *

Antiracism/diversity/inclusion

Gender identity & gender inequality

Innovation/change in the arts & creative industry

Mental health & wellbeing

Sustainability & environmental Issues

None of the above

14) Can you give examples of how you have addressed some of the issues in your work? (150 words max) *

15) Do you have any additional skills, projects, volunteer work or artistic practice that you would like to share with us? (150 words max) *

16) We look for people who have a clear interest in collaborating with other members and who show enthusiasm to connect and explore new opportunities for the creative community. Would you be happy in doing any of the below? *

17) When did you found/start your projects, practice, small business, or start-up? *

18) What stage is your project currently at? *

19) What was your turnover in the last 12 months (including income and grants) *

20) How many people are in your team? *

21) Is this practice your primary source of income? *

Please provide more details *

22) Why do you need a financial bursary? (200 words max) *

23) If you were successful in receiving a bursary, how would this make a positive impact on your work over the next year? (150 words max) *

24) Exchange bursaries aim to redress balance in terms of access and opportunity within the creative and cultural sector for those who have historically been excluded/marginalised. Our focus is on individuals and businesses that may have faced barriers in these terms and need support to get to the next level. Let us know, in your own words, how this criteria applies to you. (200 words) *

25) How did you hear about Somerset House Exchange bursary opportunity? (select all that apply) *

If you answered professional contact, please provide details here *

If you answered other, please provide more details here *