digital:works is a group of artists and trainers who work with local communities, providing training and creative assistance, to produce arts and media projects.
We are committed to a participatory approach. Creative arts are an exciting way for people of all ages and backgrounds to engage with and learn more about others from their local community - especially if they are the ones shaping and leading the creative process.
Thanks to our breadth of experience and expertise, we can provide training and creative support in a wide range of media, from web development, video and digital animation, to textile and oral history projects.
Accessible Projects for All
Our commitment to participation means we place great emphasis on inclusivity. Our projects actively involve people from all corners of the community - be they young or old, visually or hearing impaired, or someone for whom English is not the first language.
The skills required in taking part in our projects do not depend on advanced media literacy or prior experience with digital equipment.
Community Ownership
Our goal with all projects is to encourage and maintain participants' sense of ownership of both the process and the final product. This, we believe, is the guiding principle of true participation work.
Background
digital:works was established in 2004 by Sav Kyriacou and Lindsay Starbuck. They were soon joined by Joe Stevens and Matthew Rosenberg.
In 2007 digital:works became constituted and run by a group of trustees. Charitable status was gained in 2008.
Charity Registration number: 1124659