The focus and debate on racial injustice, inequality and structural privilege mustn’t be ignored, and on behalf of everyone at New Brewery Arts I want to make our position clear.
New Brewery Arts recognises the historic social and racial injustices and inequalities inherent in the world, and that those are present in our world of craft. The work necessary to make craft a better place for those who have been marginalised or left out has not happened, and we have been part of that.
As we gradually reopen New Brewery Arts (as the easing of lockdown permits) we will work positively to be inclusive, equitable and sustainable to the benefit of all, our community here in Cirencester and the wider craft community.
We want to create a future where everyone feels at home, included, and we will find our way through listening, discussion and action. We will use our agency and be open to tough questions and conversations. This first step is a genuine call to ask you how we can do better – just contact me via email or respond to this blog.
Beth Alden
CEO, New Brewery Arts