1 in 6 children in the UK are likely to have a mental health problem. However, our research has found that reading, writing and listening to lyrics serve as a therapeutic tool for young people. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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NextGen Fund artist noah bouchard discusses his debut album, 'Love of My Life', the benefits of collaboration, and his advice for emerging artists in our latest NextGen Spotlight.

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Don't forget to submit your expression of interest for the Catalyser Fund by 10 May.

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Research from The University of Manchester discovered 68 cases where rap has been used as criminal evidence.

Yet, we found that writing and listening to lyrics can help young people safely process difficult emotions and trauma: bit.ly/3WqKBfZ Art Not Evidence
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We’re very concerned about the funding crisis facing grassroots youth and music organisations.

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Deadline: 6pm, Friday 3 May

Research from Youth Music has highlighted the impact of lyrics in helping young people to process emotions and reduce feelings of loneliness. CEO Matt Griffiths tell us more musicteachermagazine.co.uk/other/article/…

A reminder the response deadline is this Friday, 3rd May at 6pm.

We know Youth Music that the funding crisis is having a significant impact on grassroots music organisations and the young people they support.

We want to know more to understand the full picture.

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Youth Music is one of 140 organisations celebrating the 8 types of impact of culture and heritage by taking part in #CultureMakes , a new campaign launching today. We believe that culture benefits us all. Find out more: tinyurl.com/culturemakes

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Thank you so much everyone for the belief, support & encouragement… ❤️🤯

Congratulations to Youth Music NextGen Fund artist JayaHadADream 🇯🇲🇮🇪 on winning the Glastonbury Festival Emerging Talent Competition 🚀✨

Proud colleague moment 🥳 Our Insights Manager Remi spoke about how AI is affecting musicians and young creatives at ARU's Sound of Tomorrow panel earlier this month.

We're proud to have made the shortlist for a Living Wage Foundation Champion Award this year 💜 Congratulations to our fellow nominees.

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Announcing the recipients of the eighth round of the Youth Music NextGen Fund: 36 young creatives making their ideas happen with a grant of up to £2,500 🚀🎵

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Congratulations to Youth Music project alumni English Teacher on winning newcomer of the year at last night's #NorthernMusicAwards 👏
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Secure your tickets for our 'Next Generation Day' event on Saturday now: ticketweb.uk/event/the-grea…

This #EarthDay 🌍, we're reflecting on our own climate responsibility at Youth Music – especially as a youth-focused funder and campaigner.

Find out how our Environmental Working Group is taking action.

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Celebrating 25 years of Youth Music 💜🎂🎉

In that time, we’ve backed more than 3 million children and young people from early childhood to young adulthood.

Looking ahead, we will remain focused on equalising young people’s access to music, whatever their background or goal.