Partners
University of Derby
Located in the heart of England, The University of Derby is the only university in Derbyshire. Combining teaching excellence, research innovation and industry engagement to create an inspiring learning experience. They were awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, making them one of the top universities in the country recognised for outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
Derby City Council
Derby City Council is one of the largest employers in the city, with over 5000 people working for them. Located in the heart of England, the Council is split into three directorates, Chief Executive’s, People Services and Place.
Derbyshire County Council
Derbyshire County Council services reach everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire. The county council work with communities to make sure they meet their needs and expectations. The council is divided into 4 strategic directorates, responsible for the following areas; Adult care, Children’s services, Corporate services and transformation and Place.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport supports culture, arts, media, sport, tourism and civil society across every part of England. Recognising the UK’s world-leading position in these areas and the importance of these sectors in contributing so much to our economy, way of life and our reputation around the world. The department champions sport for all at every level, supports our world-leading cultural and creative industries, and enhances the cohesiveness of our communities.
East Midlands Creative Consortium (EMC²)
The East Midlands Creative Consortium (EMC²) is a collaborative group of organisations working to support and grow the creative industries in the East Midlands region of the UK. It's a community of local authorities, universities, enterprise partnerships, and various private, public, and voluntary sector bodies. The consortium is actively involved in the Create Growth Programme, which provides tailored business support and funding to creative businesses in the region.
UNESCO
UNESCO, is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation. It is a specialised agency of the United Nations that promotes international cooperation in education, science, culture, and communication. It aims to foster peace, sustainable development, and mutual understanding through these fields.
CivicLAB™
CivicLAB™ is based at the University of Derby which is situated in a UNESCO City of Life Long Learning and a county that is home to multiple World Heritage Sites. It has been designed to support academics, creative and cultural industry professionals and freelance creatives to share their insights on research and practice through a place-based approach to knowledge generation.