Kids’ Own seeks to create a new creative panel – Colour Project

Kids’ Own
Expressions of interest by: 20 February 2026

As part of the COLOUR programme; supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) delivered in collaboration with UNICEF Ireland, UNICEF UK and Ulster University.

Kids’ Own seeks to create a panel of suitably qualified and experienced creative professionals to lead the delivery of a child-led, child-rights focused and cross-border project over 4 years (end date August 2029). The project is rooted in principles of equality, inclusivity, creativity and intergenerational celebration, and aims to bring together children, educators and communities across Northern Ireland and the border region.

In keeping with Kids’ Own’s ethos, the COLOUR project will be developed from the ground up through direct consultation and co-creation with young people from schools in Northern Ireland and the border region.

Participatory Approach

The appointed creative professionals will work directly with children and teachers through a series of facilitated workshops and arts engagements. This participatory process will ensure that young people are meaningfully involved in shaping the project’s identity, fostering a strong sense of ownership and connection. The process will bring together children and educators from different schools, communities and jurisdictions, encouraging collaboration across borders and shared creative exploration.

The Panel

This panel will consist of 5 distinct roles:

• Visual Artist
• Graphic Designer
• Writer
• Publishing Assistant
• Photographer / Videographer

Timeline

• Expressions of Interest / Accessibility Queries – Friday 20th February 2026, 5pm
• Submission Deadline – Friday 27th February 2026, 5pm
• Selection Announcements – Friday 6th March 2026, 5pm
• Project End Date – 31st August 2029

For more information, submission criteria and how to apply, please download the following document Colour Project Panel Call