Young Voices in Heritage™
Transforming young lives while preserving local heritage
Young Voices In Heritage™
Audio-First Methodology for Community Heritage Preservation
Young Voices In Heritage™ is an evidence-based methodology developed through three years of systematic research (2022-2025) that transforms young people into confident heritage documentarians.
The Challenge We Address: Post-pandemic gaps where efforts to engage younger generations in heritage often fall short, whilst older knowledge holders remain hesitant about formal recording processes.
Our Solution: This audio-first approach creates psychological safety enabling authentic intergenerational storytelling. Young interviewers reduce anxiety in older participants, preserving voices that might otherwise remain unheard.
Research Foundation: Building on cross-generational podcasting investigations demonstrating wellbeing benefits of intergenerational interaction, participants progress through structured development from audio art foundations to heritage fieldwork experience.
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
Current Workshops
Ages: 10-16 years
Initiative: Ongoing workshop blocks with professional outcomes
Block Structure:
Block 1: Introduction to Audioart and Podcasting
Block 2: Advanced Podcasting and Jingle-Making
Block 3: Visual Media and Publishing with Canva and CapCut
Field Experience: Heritage documentation with Museum of London Archaeology
Our Young Voices In Heritage™ initiative has achieved professional recognition, with participants' heritage interviews featured on MOLA's professional blog. Recent showcase events demonstrate measurable outcomes including 100% participant social connection improvement and clear employment pathways.
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 Ramass, Director - Ace Holds The Space Group Ltd
