AMTYP is a Community Interest Company supporting young people aged 16–18 in South East London to gain experience, opportunities and resources in the creative industries. We prioritise young people from African and Caribbean heritage.
A foot in the door.
"I am blown away by the impact that 'a foot in the door' can do for a young passionate creative. It allows them to then blow that door open and drive through to their next path with the confidence and gravitas that they deserve."— Alice Walsh, Founder & Director
How we got here.
AMTYP founded
Alice Walsh and the Alice Made This team launch the AMT Youth Programme as a Community Interest Company in response to Black Lives Matter, to address the lack of diversity in the creative industries at grassroots level.
Future Utopia
Collaboration with Studio PI and six celebrated artists produces a limited-edition fundraising print collection. 50% of all profits go directly to the programme.
Future Self
A four-part workshop project in partnership with RenaissanceRe and artist Birungi Kawooya. Ten young creatives take their artwork from concept to exhibition at the RenRe London offices.
Award winners
AMTYP wins the Charitable Initiative award at TheIndustry.fashion People, Planet & Purpose Awards — recognised for building a programme that genuinely serves young people from underrepresented communities.