Inspiring children and families across Hull by introducing them to exciting career paths in the creative and digital sectors, and helping them develop practical digital skills in areas like illustration, animation, and 3D design. Funded through a KCOM Digital Inclusion Grant.

Freedom Festival invited our Junior Design Factory members to become exclusive Freedom Festival reporters - giving them access to performances, exclusive interview rights and opportunities to talk with the staff running the festival.

These workshops introduced participants to the creative industries, expanding their horizons and career possibilities. Our sessions were held in various locations across the UK, including Liverpool, Blackburn, Newham (East London), and Hull.

The project began with children exploring the importance of green spaces and sustainability. They then designed and built bird boxes and bug hotels, using real tools to bring their ideas to life. These creations now enhance the local environment and serve as proud symbols of the children’s hard work.

In celebration of Hull's Freedom Festival, we invited young people from across the UK to explore the question: "What does Freedom mean to you?"

Each participant captured photographs reflecting their personal interpretation of freedom, which were then used to create mosaics representing two 'Freedom Champions’