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SMALL GREEN SHOOTS

Rooted In Creativity - Built Upon Culture

Small Green Shoots is a small but mighty, National Portfolio Organisation dedicated to increasing career opportunities within the music and creative business for underrepresented young adults.

About Small Green Shoots

Established in 2009, the organisation’s achievements over the past 15 years includes placing over 320 talented young people in jobs within the sector, including our current Managing Director, Makeda McMillan, who was one of Small Green Shoots first ever alumni. Along with this, we have secured over £1.7 million of early-stage funding for artists such as Jorja Smith, Hamzaa, The Compozers, plus more.

When it comes to championing and nurturing young talent, we offer Paid in-person employability programmes specifically tailored to the music and creative industries. Our programmes allow you to explore different roles from across the industry, and meet and learn from industry professionals.

Our Partners

Without the continued support from our Partners and Funders we wouldn't be able to support the next generation of diverse young creatives. We can't thank them enough for their time, shared resources and opportunities they provide for our Young Shoots.

Thank You to our Funders for their continued support

Our Programmes

The Young Shoots Programme

A bespoke 6-month training and development programme built around the needs of YOU and the demands of the fast-moving music and creative industries.

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The Short Sharp Shot Programme

An intensive bursary paid 8-week training programme for Young People aged 18-24 who would like to learn more about the variety of roles that exist in the sector by the industry itself.

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Work We've Done

SGS New Gen Mag launch

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Our Team

Introducing the leadership team behind the charity that support our young talent.
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Answers To Your Questions

Small Green Shoots is a UK-based charity dedicated to supporting individuals through creative and community-driven programmes. We focus on empowering people, especially young individuals, by providing opportunities in media, music, and personal development.

Our programmes are designed for young people and individuals across the United Kingdom who are looking to build skills, gain confidence, and access opportunities within the creative industries.

You can get involved by joining our programmes, volunteering, partnering with us, or supporting our initiatives. Simply contact us via email at info@smallgreenshoots.co.uk
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Many of our programmes are offered free of charge, especially those aimed at supporting young people and communities. Specific programme details, including eligibility and costs (if any), are provided upon enquiry.

We are based at 54 Chalton Street, London, NW1 1HS, and we provide services and programmes across the United Kingdom.

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