Sony Music UK Social Justice Fund and Young Urban Arts Foundation

Client: Young Urban Arts Foundation

Young Urban Arts Foundation (YUAF) has empowered over 22,000 young people over the past 15 years, creating a world where marginalised youth are seen, heard, and celebrated—regardless of their background or circumstances.

Through workshops, activities, and accessing role models and opportunities, YUAF use creativity and culture to empower young Londoners aged 13-19, to raise their aspirations, build strong relationships and take a lead in shaping their futures by making positive and more informed life choices.

The Sony Music UK Social Justice Fund has made grants to YUAF and partnered with them since 2019 on projects in London including Educate to Create – a programme to inspire and build the skills of disadvantaged teenagers during the summer holidays. The most recent funding from the Social Justice Fund supports the Transforming Communities project, aimed at reducing youth violence and providing creative interventions that will help save lives across London.