Last year we supported 16 teams and 99 social enterprise and voluntary sector leaders understand and develop their creative profile. Nine teams were supported to access £160,000 of unique seed funding.

Work West has developed the 'thinc' method which combines design thinking and creative problem solving principles to help stimulate new thinking and innovation. 

We deliver a 3 day facilitated Community Innovators programme allowing small teams to work collaboratively to solve complex problems and challenges, followed by mentoring support.  

Our thinc methodology can also be used to address shared challenges. A recent project saw 38 stakeholders successfully working collaboratively to come up with new concepts and ideas to address challenges linked to the employability of 16-18 year olds.  

We develop bespoke programmes for organisations keen to equip their teams with the tools to think more creatively, address challenges and identify innovative solutions. 

For more information contact Claire Ferris - claire@workwest.co.uk

Thinc Schools is an innovative programme for primary and post-primary aged pupils, underpinned by creative practice and design thinking theory.  

Teacher training forms part of the programme to enable educators to enhance and compliment the school curriculum. Young people taking part develop valuable life skills through creativity and are encouraged to look at things from new perspectives. 

Workshops are structured using exercises, challenges and games which stimulate imagination, critical thinking and team building and create a safe space for self-reflection. Students work through creative problem-solving processes, providing them with the tools to become more confident and thoughtful decision makers. 

For more information visit the Thinc Schools website at www.thincschools.com or contact Claire Ferris - claire@workwest.co.uk