New research commissioned by MPB, the leading global platform for buying, selling, and trading used photography and videography equipment, and digital arts charity Lighthouse, reveals that passion and potential are not enough to break into the creative industries. A poll of 1,000 young people highlights the urgent need to dismantle structural barriers and empower youth to drive the creative industries forward.
MPB and Lighthouse will continue their partnership to support young people with affordable equipment, mentorship, and pathways into creative careers.
MPB and Lighthouse will continue their partnership to support young people with affordable equipment, mentorship, and pathways into creative careers.
About Pathways Not Projects
A bold, new national initiative from Lighthouse, supported by MPB and funded by Innovate UK. It's a four-year programme redefining how the UK’s creative industries discover, develop, and sustain talent. Instead of short-term fixes, we’re building long-term, inclusive pathways for young people from underrepresented backgrounds. Find out more here.
MPB is the largest global platform to buy, sell and trade in used photo and video gear. We are committed to making gear more accessible and affordable. We recirculate 570,000 cameras and lenses a year, extending the life and creative potential of visual storytelling gear.
Lighthouse is a Brighton-based arts charity championing young people aged 16–30 to shape the future of the creative industries. Our programmes place power directly in the hands of young people, pairing digital innovation with community-driven practice to build equitable pathways into the sector.
Digital Zine and website both designed and created by Lucia Comaschi, a Lighthouse Future Creative Leader.
