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Calderdale Creates: Creative Directory
An online hub connecting creatives, cultural organisations, freelancers, and opportunities across Calderdale to support collaboration, visibility, and growth within the local creative sector.
Approx. reading time: 3–5 mins to browse the main directory.
Yorkshire Policy Innovation Partnership
Bringing together universities, local authorities, and community organisations across Yorkshire to co-produce evidence-based policy focused on inclusive growth, creative industries, sustainable living, and better use of data to support communities.
Approx. reading time: 6–10 minutes (full page incl. sections and subpages overview).
Yorkshire & Humber Office for Data Analytics (YHODA)
University of Sheffield-led initiative building an open-access regional data hub (via the Yorkshire Engagement Portal) to support policymakers, communities, and researchers in using data to drive inclusive economic and social growth across Yorkshire and the Humber.
Approx. reading time: 4–6 minutes (homepage overview).
Yorkshire BSL Interpreters
A directory-style service that helps people quickly contact qualified British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters across Yorkshire, making it easier to book local professionals who are registered, certified, and meet recognised interpreting standards.
Approx. reading time: 1–2 mins (for homepage)
Public art in Yorkshire database
The site promotes a region-wide collaboration that showcases and cross-promotes exhibitions across public galleries and museums in Yorkshire, aiming to increase engagement with visual arts and encourage audiences to explore cultural venues across the region.
Approx. reading time: 2–3 mins for homepage.
Nature North Report 2024
This explores how nature recovery and environmental investment in Northern England can support regional economic growth, climate resilience, and healthier communities.
Approx. reading time: 4–6 mins.