Almost 1 million young people aged 16 to 24 are not in education, employment or training. And in Birmingham, more than double the national average of young people are on Universal Credit and looking for work. Birmingham Opera Company is launching its Voices of the Future programme to encourage Birmingham’s young people aged 16 to 24 to get involved with creative opportunities and training.
Birmingham Opera Company has been specially selected by Big Give to receive match funding for Voices of the Future. Through Big Give’s Small Charity week, 22nd-29th June, they’re aiming to raise £10,000 to provide opportunities for Birmingham’s young people.
Over the last year, Birmingham Opera Company has been out-and-about speaking to young people and creating networks with youth centres to deliver opportunities. [The company’s website has more about this work including Sandwell Creates, and Four Hubs.]
Eager to play their part in building a healthy and creative future for the next generation of artists and creatives, the company is turning all of their resources towards supporting Birmingham’s young people via the Voices of the Future programme. They’ll deliver hands-on training and mentoring for young people, aiming to reduce isolation and disengagement, whilst increasing confidence and building skills.
Visit birminghamopera.org.uk or BigGive.org to donate from 22 June 2026 at 12 noon to 29 June 2026 at 5pm to give and double your impact!
