Creative Mentor Network

Creative Mentor Network was built on the belief that our industries should reflect the diversity of our society.

We were founded in 2014 with the key goal to create a more accessible and inclusive future for the creative industries.

Young people from lower socio-economic backgrounds are under-represented in the creative world of work. Just 12% of people from lower socio-economic backgrounds work in the creative industries, despite representing 44% of the UK population.

When we started we saw the barriers many faced in pursuing a fulfilling career in the creative industries — and the talent that the creative industries were missing out on.

Today, Creative Mentor Network has expanded and has helped over 1000 young people. The charity is run by our talented team, supported by expert associates and our board of trustees.

Our events are run to support our community and followers of mentees, mentors and beyond to give them more access and knowledge about the creative industries, and give them a chance to network.