Reimagine Business in West Yorkshire: Creative Industries & Community Ownership
Business for Good West Yorkshire (BfGWY) is back with two new opportunities to explore how people are doing business differently — and making a lasting impact in their communities.
Whether you’re a creative practitioner or someone interested in community ownership, this June you can take part in free online sessions and in-person study visits to see alternative business models in action.
For Creative Professionals
Alternative Business Models for Creative Industries
- Online Session: Wednesday 18 June, 10:00–11:30am
- Study Visit: People Powered Press (Bradford), Wednesday 25 June, 11:00am–1:30pm
- Includes free lunch
Explore how co-ops, collectives, and community-led organisations are transforming the creative sector. Learn from real examples and discover practical tools to reshape your creative practice.
For Community Changemakers
Alternative Business Models for Community Asset Transfers
- Online Session: Thursday 19 June, 10:00–11:30am
- Study Visit: Bramley Baths (Leeds), Thursday 26 June, 12:00pm–2:30pm
- Includes free lunch
Learn how local people are reclaiming ownership of buildings and land, and making them work for long-term community benefit. Whether you’re exploring a transfer or just curious, this is your chance to get inspired.
Each course is delivered by Stir to Action and Co-op Culture, and supported by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund as part of the Business for Good West Yorkshire programme.