After 18 months of development, we were excited to welcome partners, peers and staff to Big Noise Govanhill for the launch of the latest independent evaluation of Big Noise by the Glasgow Centre for Populiation Health.
The report provides compelling evidence of the meaningful and lasting difference Big Noise makes for children, young people, families and communities.
For almost two decades, we have seen first-hand the difference that long-term, community-based support can make. We are proud to see this independent research shine a light on the impact of Big Noise and the power of sustained, place-based approaches that help children and young people thrive and reach their full potential through music.
We're also excited to share a particularly innovative element of the evaluation: an interactive impact map that brings together evidence, lived experience and real-life case studies, and offers a unique way to explore the impact of Big Noise.
Sistema Scotland CEO, Vicky Williams, said:
"We are delighted that this independent evaluation provides robust evidence that long-term, consistent community programmes can deliver meaningful change.
By building trusted relationships over many years, Big Noise supports the wellbeing and educational engagement of young people and is driving changes in the areas of Scotland where it is most needed."
We would like to say a huge thank you to Aileen Campbell for leading this research, and to Antony Clark, Lisa Garnham, Finn Clasen and Chris Harkins for sharing their valuable insights at our launch event.
We're also incredibly grateful to the children, young people, families, staff and partners who generously contributed their experiences, as well as to the trio of Big Noise alumni who performed alongside our Director of Music, David Munn, reminding us of the talent, dedication and opportunities that can grow through sustained engagement with Big Noise.
