ZYA Community is a community interest media company based in Scotland, dedicated to supporting women and people from marginalised communities. They are interested in lived and living experiences, promoting the arts and advocating for social justice. They believe in equity, compassion in understanding and integrity in all aspects of our work.
ZYA Community curates and showcases media content that resonates with their areas of interest, reflecting the diverse experiences of the communities they support. Their approach is community-led, and they actively collaborate with individuals and organisations to co-create arts and community-focused projects. These projects are designed to centre marginalised experiences, inspire action and contribute to sustainable change. They also provide a comprehensive range of consultancy services and training programs tailored to support organisations, community projects and businesses to sustain and develop inclusive policies and practices across operations, workforce culture and projects.
“The core initiative is to develop an innovative mental health recovery project that combines the transformative power of theatre with the capabilities of AI to help individuals tell their stories, process trauma, and experience personal restoration. Our presence at Edinburgh Futures Institute represents a unique opportunity to propel our project forward by immersing ourselves in a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and collaboration. This environment offers numerous advantages, including access to meaningful resources, inspiration from like-minded creators, and the ability to forge meaningful partnerships.”
