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Using a theory of change for communications in music/arts organisations and charities
Theories of change and change management theories are being talked about more and more among the clients we work with at Writing Services. They’ve been used for decades in the charities sector (for example, by our clients IRC). More recently, we’ve been talking about them with music and arts organisations like Anthem and Changing Tracks.…
Read MoreREVIEW: The Power of Us by David Price: a must-read if you work in music, arts, charities – and beyond
It’s not often that I buy a book, and then buy two more copies before I’ve even finished it (to give to other people), but I did with this one. And I’ll probably buy more. That’s because David Price writes so engagingly, and with such warmth and insight about subjects that we can all care…
Read MoreGetting your posts seen on Facebook: a checklist for small organisations
Love it or hate it, Facebook is an important tool for small organisations. It helps us connect with people we otherwise might not reach; have conversations about the things they and we care about; encourage people to take action; and grow our reach, relationships and impact. But it can seem like a never-ending game to…
Read MoreREVIEW: Demystifying music education research – Anita Collins’ new online course
Anita Holford of Writing Services reviews Dr Anita Collins’ ‘Bigger Better Brains starter course’.
Read MoreTemplate letter to school heads – advocating for music education
If you’re a parent or carer, relative or friend of a school pupil – or a young person yourself – and you care about music, then make your voice heard. Write to your school head, governors, or academy chain management to ask them to protect music education using this template letter. You can adapt to…
Read MoreInfluencing and advocating for your charity, arts or music organisation – part 2 decision science
Advocating for your cause following the Covid-19 pandemic using empathy, behaviour change and decision science – part 2.
Read MoreInfluencing and advocating for your charity, arts or music organisation – part 1 empathy
Advocating for your cause in response to the Covid-19 pandemic using empathy, behaviour change and decision science – part 1.
Read MoreAdvocating for music in schools – 5 tips for heads of music/performing arts, music co-ordinators and music teachers
Advocating for music in schools after the pandemic – 5 tips for heads of music/performing arts, music co-ordinators and music teachers.
Read MoreAdvocating for music education, youth/community music and music therapy during the pandemic
We all know that the major stakeholders of music education, community music, youth music and music therapy will be struggling with the effects of the pandemic. Their instincts may be to focus in on what they think is essential, and to cut or reduce whatever music activities you provide or support. Anita Holford shares some…
Read MorePODCAST [20] Representation and inclusion in music education – with Malaki Patterson, music producer, manager and community musician
In this episode, I’m talking with Malaki Patterson, who is Gloucestershire-based music producer, community musician, music manager, and creative director. Malaki has helped to achieve much change in the county, to support young people facing barriers in access to music and progression routes into the industry. You can listen now below, or on Spotify (search…
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