Culture Within Newham

Unleashing cultural and creative opportunities for everyone across Newham

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Newham Poetry Prize: Workshop
Apr 27
Newham Poetry Prize: Workshop

A poetry workshop to inspire you to kick start your writing or edit something you already have. The theme is poetry of place. This event is perfect for anyone looking to express themselves through words.

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Clay Connections: Celebration Event
May 2
Clay Connections: Celebration Event

Connect, create, and celebrate in this heartwarming two-session pottery workshop designed to bring people together and combat loneliness. This is a celebration event for participants.

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Upcoming events

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What I Learned: My Time as a Trainee Cultural Producer
What I Learned: My Time as a Trainee Cultural Producer

In December 2024, Mo joined Culture Within Newham as a Cultural Producer on a Trainee programme. In this blog, Mo explores what she will take from the experience.

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Gaining Experience as a Cultural Producer Trainee at Culture Within Newham
Gaining Experience as a Cultural Producer Trainee at Culture Within Newham

Dive into Sam’s experience at Culture Within Newham, the work culture and his future aspirations as a Creative and Cultural Producer in the arts sector.

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Latest News & Blogs

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Micro-Commissions for Newham - Round 2
Micro-Commissions for Newham - Round 2

Culture Within Newham are launching a new micro-commissioning scheme for grants of up to £1,000. This is for creative activity that will take place in May and June 2025.

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Volunteers: PictureEast Film Festival
Volunteers: PictureEast Film Festival

The New Black Film Collective is seeking volunteers to support the delivery of PictureEast Film Festival.

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Current Opportunities

Current Projects

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Art in the Garden
Art in the Garden

Art in the Garden is a project that spotlights the Manor Park Community Garden as a cherished space for creativity and local engagement, reducing isolation and creating an ongoing positive presence in the space.

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Hear My Voice
Hear My Voice

In this series of interactive and creative writing workshops, local author and heritage consultant, Farzana Hakim, aims to help the residents of Newham, especially those with links to East Ham and Manor Park, find their voices through storytelling.

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About us

Culture Within Newham is a transformative community-led programme unleashing diverse cultural and creative opportunities for everyone across Newham.