Further action on Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity

To progress our strategic commitments within our Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity policy, CHEAD has completed a programme of work with Shades of Noir who are leading on a higher education arts sector programme. This programme included a series of workshops with our...

Statement on the conflict in Ukraine

In solidarity with Ukraine – CHEAD and our European partners in ELIA are deeply concerned for the wellbeing of Ukrainian civilians and all those affected and displaced by this violent conflict. ELIA have asked for the support of CHEAD to share resources across...

#ArtIsEssential Campaign

In late November 2020, CHEAD and CVAN* met with key art sector organisations with regional and national influence in visual arts with a view to form an advocacy group. This meeting demonstrated a sense of urgency to change the perception that our sector is in a stable...

Covid-19 and the response from the Design Sector

COVID-19 and challenges for the design sector Thought piece provided by Jack Tindale All-Party Parliamentary Group for Design and Innovation. Few sectors of the economy punch above their weight like design. According to research by the Design Council, the value of the...

CHEAD Statement: Professor Elaine Thomas CBE

CHEAD Trustees are shocked and saddened to learn of the recent death of Professor Elaine Thomas CBE. Elaine Thomas studied painting at Manchester Polytechnic before taking up a post as Fine Art lecturer at the Ulster Polytechnic in 1973. She remained in Northern...
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