I got involved with Shout Out Loud because I wanted to develop my knowledge of heritage policy and communication, and the project helped me better understand the industry and build a toolkit for effecting change.
My first experience with the programme was a thought-provoking weekend in York, working with other Young Producers to come up with alternative – more inclusive – interpretation resources at an English Heritage site. I loved participating in workshops, focus groups and digital events.
When I joined the programme, I was a PhD researcher in History at the University of Sheffield. In my work I focussed on examining emotions in seventeenth-century England, considering the role of objects and buildings in reinforcing marital love. I was also interested in the way we experience historic buildings and spaces in the present, and I wanted to play a part in ensuring they are as accessible and exciting as they possibly can be.
I stayed involved with the programme when I became an Alumni – most recently, hosting a panel talk at the Gateways into Heritage event.
I am now Curator of Properties at English Heritage!