Giving Voices

GIVING VOICES Journal

June 2023 - 1st Session - Group Gathering

During the first session, the group came together to get to know each other and discuss what matters to them and what they want to voice through the podcast. They decide on the important themes that they want to discuss. After the discussion, the group decides to change the podcast name to "Giving Voices" as it is more suitable. They also finalise the following themes:

1. Growing up in Dudley

2. Growing up in Dudley as a migrant kid

3. Struggles faced in school

4. Career expectations

5. Migrant parents' expectations

6. Racial discrimination in schools and society

7. Implications on mental health

8. Overcoming mental health struggles

2nd Session - First Podcast Trial
During the second session, the group faced many  doubts on how to set up the equipment and capture sound effectively. They work together to set up the scenario for recording. However the trial didn’t end up as we wanted to. Decision: it would  be best for the group  to receive  training to learn how to  improve their skills and be better prepared for the podcast. We connect with Aspire4u CIC, a youth group specialised in podcasting, who agree to provide training for a fee.
We agreed on 3 half day training sessions:
- Interview skills training
- Tech Training on sound image capture, podcast scenario, visuals etc
- Distribution

July 2024
Interview skills Training  with Cassandra/ Aspire4uCIc

August 2024
Tech training-  aspire4u

3rd , 4th, 5th  sessions Theme - Growing up in Dudley

Last training - Outreach and distribution with aspire4u

September 2023
Podcast Editing

First 3 episodes  ready to be aired from Saturday 23rd of September (Creart collective youtube channel)

Episodes 4 & 5
Interview Alex Jones - Theme – Growing Up in Dudley as an Autistic kid
In this podcast episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Alex, a young adult from Dudley who has autism. Alex reflects on his experiences growing up in Dudley and the unique challenges he has faced throughout his life. He bravely shares the struggles he has encountered and the obstacles he has overcome, shedding light on the importance of understanding and accommodating the needs of individuals with autism. Alex also opens about his expectations from society, emphasizing the significance of inclusivity and support in order to create a more inclusive and understanding community.

Episode 6 & 7
Theme- Black artist journey Growing up in Dudley
Interviewed Vaddy. Vaddy, a young artist originally from Nigeria who moved to Dudley in his teens. Vaddy shares with us his aspirations as a musician, the struggles he has faced, and the expectations his parents have had for him. Vaddy's journey as a musician began at a young age, with a deep passion for music that was nurtured in his hometown in Nigeria. He has dreams of making it big in the music industry and was determined to pursue his passion. Moving to a new country brought its own set of challenges for Vaddy. He had to adjust to a new culture, a different music scene, and face the difficulties of being a teenager in a foreign land. Despite these obstacles, Vaddy remained determined to pursue his musical aspirations.

October 2023
In this podcast, we are excited to have Olu Amudipe, one of the Directors of Creart Collective, as our guest. Olu was raised in Dudley and has a deep connection to the community. The purpose of this podcast is to showcase Olu's journey and use it as a platform to mentor young adults from Dudley, particularly those from the Black youth community. Olu's story serves as an inspiration and a testament to the idea that with hard work and the right guidance, anyone can thrive. As the owner of several successful companies in Birmingham, Olu has achieved great success in his career. His accomplishments make him an ideal role model for young adults who aspire to make a difference in their own lives and communities. Through this podcast, Olu aims to share his experiences, challenges, and successes with the hope of motivating and guiding the next generation.

What’s next

Moving forward, the podcast will continue as a Creart Collective project, with Bruno as the host and Olu as the main guest along with other young males, participating in future episodes. Olu will not only share his personal journey but also delve into his business model. This will provide valuable insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, and the strategies that have contributed to Olu's success.

Overall, this podcast aims to empower and inspire young adults from Dudley, particularly those from the Black youth community. Through Olu's mentorship and guidance, coupled with the open dialogue and feedback from the participants, this podcast will serve as a valuable resource for personal and professional development.