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Training courses and resources on safeguarding, including how to protect yourself, protecting vulnerable participants of all ages, and what to do if something doesn’t seem right.

A performer sings onstage with a microphone in Boundless Theatre – Parakeet in Edinburgh
Photo by Boundless Theatre – Parakeet in Edinburgh (c) Jane Hobson
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Training courses and resources on a range of business skills, including financial management and rates of pay.

The Lost Librarian mechanical books, and participants using the books
Photo by © Nick Hook
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Resources and networks to help connect you with peers, including events which support peer learning and networking both locally and nationally.

Young people in a semi-circle discussing ideas. Some are sat on seats, while others are sat on the floor writing on large pieces of paper that also have sticky notes on them
Photo by Youth Advisory Board meeting at the Royal Exchange in Manchester. Image credit: Canteencreate
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How have we gathered these opportunities

How have we gathered these opportunities 

We consulted freelancers on the professional development they’d benefit from as a creative and cultural practitioner.

We then commissioned a researcher to gather the training and development available, and relevant, to freelancers in these areas. 

Are we missing training opportunities or resources in safeguarding, business skills or networking and peer learning? We want to improve the training opportunities and resources available to freelancers, so let us know what you think should be included.

Further support for individuals

Further support for individuals 

Check out the other ways we can support you and your practise, from funding and unions you can join to job opportunities. 

A group ceramics workshop.
Photo by © Colette Moore
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