Inclusive Practice in Action 2026: Creating Change Together
We are delighted to announce that our Future Leaders and Youth Forum members are teaming up with partners Sound Connections to co-produce this years’ Inclusive Practice in Action event. A day full of connection, creativity, and conversation awaits you, book now!
Time: 9:30am to 5pm
Date: Thursday 26 February 2026
Location: Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, London, E1 6LA
Taken from the Sound Connections website:
This Year’s Theme: Creating Change Together
We’ll be exploring how we build inclusive communities in music education and how learning from each other’s work can help shape what we do next. It’s all about sharing, listening, and growing together.
What to expect:
- Open conversations about what people are working on
- Stories and experiences from across the music education sector
- Live music, film screenings, and more creative moments
- Practical ideas you can take away and use in your own work
Key themes to be explored:
- What “inclusive practice” really means in music education
- The barriers young people face—and how we can help break them down
- How to build supportive, diverse communities in the arts
- Creating more equitable and accessible pathways into music.
Who is it for?
Everyone who is passionate about making music education more inclusive, accessible, and community-driven. This event is for:
- Those working with children and young people through music – whether you’re a community music leader, youth worker, work for a Music Hub or music organisation of all career stages
- Young people – if you’re interested in developing your skills, knowledge and network about how to get into a career in music, or take your next steps, come and join us
- Policymakers, advocates and funders – if you’re involved in shaping music education, championing youth voice, or funding projects that support access and inclusion in music.
- Musicians and artists – if you want to share your creativity, collaborate with others, and explore ways to inspire and support young people through music.
Inclusive Practice in Action is an essential event for educators, music practitioners, youth workers, policymakers, and anyone with a committed interest in advancing equity in music education. By attending, you will become part of a broader movement to ensure that all young people, regardless of their background, experience, and ability, have the opportunity to unlock their full musical potential.
We look forward to welcoming you to #IPIA2026 and working together to create a more inclusive future for all children and young people in music.
Stay tuned – we’ll be announcing speakers and session details very soon!
Early bird tickets now available!
Take advantage of our early bird tickets, available for a limited time only. Reserve your place today here:
A 10% discount is available for organisations booking more than one ticket.
We want to ensure our training events are fully accessible and that cost is not a barrier. We therefore have bursary places available to those who are unable to pay (subject to availability). Please email emily@sound-connections.org.uk to discuss the options.
