Projects

Projects

The Cultural Institute is involved in projects that demonstrate partnerships between the creative sector, researchers, and students, focusing on cultural engagement, research, and skill development.

  • Ignite Fund

    The Ignite Fund supports early-stage research partnerships, enabling impactful projects and long-term collaborations that address societal challenges and foster knowledge exchange.

    A group of older people taking part in a dance or movement activity.

  • Sapling Fund

    The Sapling Fund supports interdisciplinary arts and humanities projects, fostering collaborations between researchers and non-academic partners to develop future grant opportunities.

    A close up of a flat surface of metal with an interesting patina of marks and colours

  • Leeds Creative Labs

    Leeds Creative Labs pairs artists with researchers from the University of Leeds to foster open-ended, innovative collaborations, pushing boundaries and exploring new ideas across diverse fields.

    An artist and an academic in a lab, with an orange graphic associated with Leeds Creative Labs.

  • Cultural programming

    Cultural programming coordinates and supports a variety of cultural activities, creating vibrant, collaborative experiences for our students, staff and the wider community.

    A group of performers wearing multisensory, colourful, illuminated costumes.

  • WOW Park Project

    The WOW Park pilot project investigates how art and cultural interventions can make public parks safer and more welcoming.

    Illustration of Woodhouse Moor park with text that says Space To Bloom.