In the age of ‘cancel culture’, twitter trolls, and the prevalence of extreme political ideologies in the mainstream, programming and commissioning work which pushes boundaries feels risker than ever. This training workshop aims to empower arts and cultural organisations and practitioners with the skills and confidence to Navigate The Storm by:

• building a care-focused strategy to supporting artists, freelancers, and staff (particularly those from marginalised backgrounds);
• Exploring ways to mitigate risks without compromising on the integrity of programming;
• Offering a clear practical guide for what to do if the sh*t hits the fan.

This training session is aimed at professionals from across the arts sector, it offers a collaborative and 360 degree approach to mitigating and managing backlash.