Episode 37

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Published on:

17th Mar 2025

I'm a human being

Welcome to this week's episode of The Wilderness of Creativity with Lucy Williams @ms_williams100 on X

Lucy is a passionate creative thinker and advocate for the arts, dedicated to making a positive impact in her role as the Senior Leader and Senior Mental Health Lead. She leverages her extensive experience and creative voice to foster environments where every individual feels valued and empowered. Lucy actively explores the intersection of creativity and health, championing initiatives that promote mental well-being through artistic expression. Lucy holds a prestigious Jane Featherstone Fellowship from the University of Leeds, where she focused on Art Teacher Research and Practice, enhancing her understanding of how art can be a transformative tool in education and community building. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), a Member of the Chartered College of Teaching (MCCT), and has completed the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL).

Key discussion points:

  • The impact of Covid-19 on Arts education and the importance of creativity in leadership
  • Balancing professional responsibilities with personal health and wellbeing
  • The opportunities cross-curricular learning bring to bridge subjects and cultivate holistic education experiences

Thank you for listening!

Stay wild x

Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan

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Lucy Colgan

Lucy's career spanning two decades has seen her excel as a versatile freelance artist, project manager, and director within the dynamic world of the creative industry. Armed with a PGCE in Drama and Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, she effortlessly imparts her boundless energy and expertise to budding talents. Lucy crafts bespoke training sessions for educators and non-specialists working across various educational sectors and community platforms. Currently holding the position of Head of Dance and Drama at a leading independent school in Derbyshire, Lucy continues to inspire and empower the next generation of artistic trailblazers.