2024 Shortlisted Nominee
Community Organisation Award: Multi-Strand
Mortal Fools is a dynamic theatre, drama, and creative learning company dedicated to supporting children and young people aged 7 to 25 through high-impact creative interventions. Their mission is to engage, enable, and empower youth, enhancing their well-being while fostering their employability and emotional development. Their creative work amplifies the voices of young people, giving them a platform to express their perspectives on the world. Mortal Fools serves those facing challenges such as poverty, mental health issues, social isolation, and low confidence, providing a safe and supportive environment. They cater to a wide range of needs, including those with intersectional challenges. Their services include residency programmes, creative interventions, workshops, and teacher professional development (CPD), all designed to foster growth, learning, and resilience in the young people they support.