Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. Our vision, set out in our strategy Let’s Create, is that by 2030, we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. 

Between 2023 and 2026 we will have invested over £467 million of public money from Government, alongside an estimated £250 million each year from The National Lottery, to help ensure that people in every part of the country have access to culture and creativity in the places where they live. Until Autumn 2025, the National Lottery is celebrating its 30th anniversary of supporting good causes in the United Kingdom: since the first draw was held in 1994, it has raised £49 billion and awarded more than 690,000 individual grants.

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Eve Rose (she/her)

Jack Drum Arts, North East

Eve Rose is a dynamic young leader, percussionist, and climate activist from County Durham. As Event Manager of the award-winning B.O.P. Fest and leader of multiple percussion bands, she empowers young people through music, mentorship, and social action. From founding inclusive initiatives to raising thousands for charity, Eve’s impact spans performance, education, and advocacy - making her an exceptional role model and a powerful force for change in her community.

Miri Layzell-Calder (he/him)

AudioActive, South East

Miri Layzell-Calder is a Brighton-based musician, mentor, and advocate creating safe, inclusive spaces for queer and trans youth through music. A former AudioActive participant turned music leader, Miri draws on his lived experience to inspire and uplift others. His authenticity, resilience, and deep empathy have enabled him to transform lives through creativity, connection. His support for marginalised young people in the music industry is unwavering.

Tom Rabbani (he/him)

Brighter Sound, North West

Tom Rabbani is a Manchester-based musician, producer, and young leader transforming the music industry through creativity and advocacy. A Brighter Sound alumnus and their youngest-ever Trustee, Tom co-leads the Revel Collective and has represented Manchester at WOMEX. Balancing music, care responsibilities, and leadership, he champions inclusivity and empowers marginalised voices - proving that empathy, resilience, and vision can drive meaningful change in the music sector.