Young Voices in Heritage™
Digital Storytelling Methodology in Action
Our Innovative Approach
Young Voices in Heritage™ demonstrates our proven digital storytelling methodology. Developed since November 2024, this systematic approach creates measurable confidence development whilst building professional media skills.
This methodology facilitates a fun, informal learning environment that supports intergenerational conversations. The methodology adapts seamlessly across multiple content areas - creating a space where creative media approaches bring community projects to life with integrity.
How Our Methodology Works
4-Block Progressive Structure:
Blocks 1-3: Confidence building through structured skill development in supported environments
Block 4: Real-world application where participants choose their documentation focus
Trauma-Informed Practice: Our approach creates safe spaces for all participants, including those with additional needs or challenging backgrounds. We maintain professional boundaries whilst building genuine confidence through achievable progression milestones.
Professional Media Production: Participants work with broadcast-quality equipment to create content they're genuinely proud to share. This isn't amateur documentation - it's professional-standard media creation that demonstrates real transferable skills.
Professional recognition from Museum of London Archaeology validates our evidence-based approach, with participants' work featured on their professional blog. Read Our Success Story
Young Voices In Heritage™ Initiative at Bideford Library, North Devon
The ACE Team Success Story
Since November 2024, our ACE Team has demonstrated the methodology's effectiveness:
100% participant retention over 10 months
Measurable confidence development from tentative beginners to confident content creators
Professional recognition of their achievements
Clear progression pathway with one participant already advancing to volunteer contributor role
Beyond Heritage: Methodology Applications
Community Engagement Projects:
Council communications and resident consultation
Healthcare patient story documentation
Charity impact storytelling and donor engagement
Corporate social responsibility content creation
We are the originators of Young Voices in Heritage™ - our innovative approach combining audio art skills with heritage documentation.
We create meaningful pathways from participant to volunteer to employment, whilst preserving local heritage through young voices.
Developed by Ace Holds The Space Group
Young Voices in Heritage™ follows our unique three-stage methodology. Participants begin with audio art skills, progress to podcasting and digital storytelling, then apply their abilities in real-world field experiences with heritage organisations.
Our approach has attracted attention from local heritage-based organisations and public services, with enquiries coming in based on the outcomes from our preliminary sessions.
“The young people were the crucial key component that made the event so interesting.”
-- Heritage organisation feedback from recent field experience by Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA)
How Our Initiative Works
✓ Professional partnerships with national heritage organisations
✓ Participants progress from workshops to volunteer opportunities
✓ Contributing to community heritage preservation
✓ Breaking isolation through meaningful creative collaboration
✓ Building confidence through real-world professional experience
What We Achieve
Proven Results
100% of participants report increased social connections through our structured approach to creative heritage engagement.
Professional collaboration with Museum of London Archaeology resulted in heritage documentation now featured on MOLA's professional blog →
Clear employment pathway demonstrated: One participant already progressing from attendee → volunteer → towards employment with ongoing projects.
Community heritage documentation preserving local stories through intergenerational interviews and professional audio production.
Heritage professionals, public sector representatives, and community supporters celebrating the ACE Team's achievements at Bideford Library
Photo credit: Leah Walsh, Youth Facilitator, Ace Holds The Space
Photo credit: Kate Shear, MOLA - Coasts In Mind Project
The ACE Team Success Story
Four dedicated young people (aged 10-16) demonstrated our methodology's power through their complete programme journey:
Skills Developed: Audio art • Podcasting • Heritage documentation • Digital storytelling • Community engagement
Professional Outcomes:
Created original podcasts with sound effects and music
Conducted heritage interviews now featured on MOLA's professional blog
One participant already progressing: attendee → volunteer → towards employment
Received professional recognition at recent stakeholder showcase
Collaboration Opportunities
Heritage Organisations: Authentic youth engagement delivering professional-quality documentation
Public Services: Evidence-based youth development addressing isolation whilst creating community assets
Educational Partners: Beyond-classroom skills development with proven employment pathways
Community Groups: Meaningful intergenerational connection preserving local knowledge
Professional Recognition
Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA) - Heritage field experience collaboration
Libraries Unlimited - Community venue and engagement partner
UK Shared Prosperity Fund - Programme development support
North Devon Plus - Professional equipment investment
Read about our recent showcase success → ACE Team Heritage Showcase: When Young Voices Meet Professional Recognition
About Our Delivery Structure
Young Voices In Heritage™ is delivered through Alignment Creation Enterprises, our social enterprise arm, ensuring every workshop creates measurable community impact. This structure enables us to secure appropriate funding whilst maintaining the professional standards that create real outcomes. Funders supporting our work know they're investing in genuine social enterprise delivery with proven results.
Ready to Discuss Collaboration?
Collaboration Discussions: service@alignmentcreation.enterprises
Workshop Information: workshops@aceholdsthespace.com
Direct Contact: Roshani C Ramass, Director - Ace Holds The Space Group Ltd
