This form helps us capture information required to administrate the programme and to support reporting back to our funders. Please complete ALL sections. (N.B. There is a separate form for healthcare or other professionals wanting to make a referral, available on our website here: https://artlift.org/refer-to-us/).
If you need help with this form and/or need to apply in another format, please contact us: 01452 222 726 or office@artlift.org.
INFORMATION AND CRITERIA:
Location: The Blue Coat Room, Gloucester Guildhall, 23 Eastgate St, Gloucester GL1 1NS
Access: click here for transport and venue access details
Timing: 8 x 2-hour sessions on Thursdays 6 - 8pm from 5 February to 26 March 2026.
Cost: Pay what, and when, you can - the suggested contribution is £10-15 per session but it is important that cost is NOT a barrier and we'll provide the sessions for free or low cost where needed. Fees are payable via bank transfer or in cash at start of sessions. All materials and refreshments are provided.
Black Kings includes:
- Eight relaxed 2-hour sessions in a friendly, confidential space
- A chance to explore vital topics such as Black masculinity, decolonisation, and misinformation
- Opportunity to share and explore diverse creative activities (no former experience required!)
- One-to-one conversations with facilitators where mutually agreed / needed
The course is for Black men, aged 18+, who are:
- Currently finding life challenging
- Black or of mixed / multiple heritage with Black descent
- Able to travel to Gloucester for sessions (please talk to us if you need support with transport)
- Comfortable in a group setting
- Able to follow simple instructions or demonstrations
- Committed to attending as many of the sessions as possible (albeit we welcome people at any point during the 8 weeks!)
If you can answer ‘yes’ to, or are unsure about the following questions, this group is unlikely to be suitable for you, and we would urge you to seek alternative support without delay (if you’re unsure, please don’t hesitate to call us):
- Are you currently experiencing any symptoms of psychosis, such as delusional thoughts?
- Are you currently feeling suicidal?
- Are you currently struggling with addiction?