How does it work?
The first step in the programme proposals process is to complete your EOI form.
All EOIs are screened to make sure that they meet the above criteria by the Children’s Capital of Culture Programme Manager and the Head of Creative Programming & Engagement at Rotherham Council.
You will receive feedback on your EOI within 10 working days from the date of submission. Feedback may be that your idea doesn’t quite meet the criteria but with a few small tweaks it could, or you could absolutely knock our socks off and be invited to submit a full application immediately.
Full applications are considered by our Youth Programming Panel, who have undergone in-depth training to learn what makes an exceptional festival programme, and by Rotherham’s Cultural Partnership Board.
Because full applications are considered by different people from the EOI forms, it’s fine for you to directly replicate some answers from one form to the nextm where relevant.
Our Youth Programming Panel are a brilliant and diverse group of 13-to-25-year-olds from across the borough. Some of the group have additionalities that mean that reading large amounts of complex, written English can be a bit tricky. As such, we suggest writing your full application using clear, concise and friendly language, which is suitable for young people aged 13+.
If your application form is approved by the Cultural Partnership Board, you’ll then receive an agreement outlining the terms and conditions associated with the use of the brand, and one of the Children’s Capital of Culture team will support you to develop and deliver your idea and helping spread the word about your fantastic event.
Full proposals will be accepted monthly starting from September 2024.