Breadcrumb Home Trailblazer and Catalyser Communicati... Copy URL http://youthmusic-staging.preflight.site/trailblazer-and-catalyser-communications-toolkit Trailblazer and Catalyser Communications Toolkit Do you receive a Trailblazer or Catalyser fund? This toolkit is designed to support you in achieving your project goals while effectively communicating your impact. Copy URL http://youthmusic-staging.preflight.site/trailblazer-and-catalyser-communications-toolkit Trailblazer and Catalyser Communications Toolkit Do you receive a Trailblazer or Catalyser fund? This toolkit is designed to support you in achieving your project goals while effectively communicating your impact. Celebrating the funding and your impact on social media All funded partners are expected to announce the funding on social media. We've created a template social media graphic for you to announce the funding and showcase the impact of your project. Download: Download the Social Media Asset Discussing the project on social media When discussing the project on social media, tag both Youth Music and Arts Council England in your posts. Youth Music handles Facebook @youthmusiccharityInstagram @youthmusicukTikTok @youthmusicOur funders love to see the incredible work you’re doing. Tag them:Arts Council EnglandX @ace_nationalFacebook @artscouncilofenglandInstagram @aceagrams Using our logo Accepting our funding means that you have committed to acknowledge publicly both our support and the support of Arts Council England. It's important to acknowledge your funding from Youth Music and our funders in any materials referring to the project. Please include our logo in all communications related to the project we're supporting. This applies to both digital channels, media, and any printed materials.This includes:Marketing materials, both online and printed (brochures, leaflets, newsletters etc.)Annual reportsImpact reportsPress releases and media interviewsPages related to the funding on your websiteSocial media posts Youth Music and Arts Council England's Logos Download Arts Council England's Logos Download Youth Music's logos Sending a press release to your local media Local media love hearing good news, like projects receiving funding. Getting your project in the news is also a great way to raise your profile and could potentially attract donations or partnerships.Remember to: Include the following sentence somewhere in the main body of your press release: This project is backed by Youth Music, thanks to the the National Lottery via Arts Council England.Email comms@youthmusic.org.uk for a quote from Youth Music and to sign off the Youth Music mentions in your press release. Add the following information in the Notes for Editors section:About Youth MusicWe’re a national charity. We help marginalised young people to make and monetise music.Every year, we raise £10 million to fund inspirational grassroots music projects and support aspiring young creatives up and down the UK.We’re campaigning to break down barriers for young people facing inequity, exclusion and discrimination.Together with our partners, we’re helping the next generation to transform their lives through music. Join Us. Looking for guidance on crafting an impactful press release? The Youth Music Communications Team has put together a set of useful tips to prepare and distribute your press release: Our top tips for an impactful press release Making your content accessible Creating accessible content helps to reach a diverse, young audience effectively. It ensures that everyone, regardless of their background or ability, can learn from your project. For advice and practical tips on making your content accessible, visit our Accessible Content Guidelines. Free resources to create effective communications Guidance on how to design more accessible services (UK Home Office)Charity CommsCharity DigitalMedia Trust resources hubDigital Culture Network Do you have any questions about this toolkit? Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions or get in touch at comms@youthmusic.org.uk.
