2022
Our 7th annual Maker Needs Survey was conducted at the end of 2022, with a 24% increase in respondents year on year (639 compared to 491 in 2021). The findings indicate a sector facing significant challenges, met with customary resilience.
The survey highlighted a need for support with marketing, securing funding and working with galleries. Support with exporting and environmental sustainability also remain top priorities.
- We have conducted a series of sustainability roundtables across the country. These discussions will deepen our shared understanding of the concerns and challenges facing craft businesses and ensure we respond with a practical action plan. Our preliminary findings will be presented in March 2023.
- In April 2023 we will be launching a resource to help makers with temporary exporting, this will suppliment our International Toolkit as we continue to unravel the complexities of exporting and build confidence in selling and showcasing work overseas.