Arts information and resources
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How can I ensure my work is accesible?
Shape have developed a self-assessment checklist which can be used to assess the accessibility and usability of services and facilities. By undertaking this simple assessment, you will be able to see how many improvements can be immediate, simple and often cost free.
Download the Shape - access checklist 2009.
Where can I get funding for my work?
There are a range of funders for arts projects. As well as the Arts Grants, the council runs the Cultural Wealth Fund.
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What is Public Liability Insurance?
There are a range of organisations which offer affordable Public Liability Insurance tailored to artists. In the past artists have used the insurance provision offer through a-n.
How do I write a risk assessment?
Risk assessments are largely straightforward documents which are simple and easy to complete. Download a blank risk assessment document and a five step guide to completing it.
Where can I find support for visual artists?
Artquest and a-n both offer a selection of toolkits and guides covering areas such as marketing, pricing work and setting artist fees.
How can I become more energy efficient?
The Arts Council have developed a self-assessment toolkit for arts organisations to help them implement an effective energy management programme.
Such a programme can reduce energy usage and carbon emissions, potentially reducing energy costs by up to 20 percent.
www.artsenergy.org.uk
How do I write a child protection policy?
Child Protection Poilices are vital. A good policy is well thought through and clear. The Charity Commission provide offer a good guide to developing a policy.
The Independent Theatre Council also offer a free guide to writing a policy.
