The Musically Unorthodox Conference

The Musically Unorthodox Conference will take place on Thursday 22nd May 2025 in Northampton. Organised by In Music In Media, a social enterprise focused on empowering young people through innovative music and media initiatives, the conference aims to address the challenges faced by marginalised youth. 

In addition to this, the Musically Unorthodox Conference will offer a dynamic day that covers important topics like the factors contributing to young people disengaging, gaps in current support systems, and existing solutions available to them. It will also focus on inclusivity within the creative industries and creating accessible pathways by addressing the critical issues of youth unemployment, gang culture, county lines, knife crime, and non inclusive cultures. This Conference aims to bring together a diverse mix of young people, creative industry professionals, policymakers, educators, and community leaders towards forming a unique forum to collaborate on forward thinking solutions. 

The day will feature a mix of local and national panels, musical showcases, breakout discussions, insightful presentations on key topics, and showcases of organisations working within the creative industries.

So, whether you’re a young person, creative professional, educator, or an industry leader, the Musically Unorthodox Conference offers the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate on impactful solutions that can shape the future of youth development and the creative industries. Join us as we work together to create a positive change and empower the next generation to thrive in a more inclusive and supportive environment. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking event that will drive lasting changes for marginalised young people across the UK. For more information, please visit here.