The ONE VOICE Collective – a group of inspirational women
One Voice collective is a vibrant and inspirational collective of local women from Calderdale, representing a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
These women came together after completing various verd de gris arts courses, through which they built trust and formed friendships through creative self-expression.
United by their passion for the creative arts, they are dedicated to continuing their creative journey and expanding opportunities for other women in their community.
The group is committed to amplifying the voices of women from marginalised groups, addressing their thoughts and concerns through collaborative efforts.
One Voice meets weekly to talk, share, and create.They engage in creative retreats, attend cultural events across the region, and develop performance events that have garnered wide acclaim.Their work highlights the transformative power of the arts in addressing social and community issues.
At its core, One Voice is about creating momentum – a dynamic space where ideas and passions flow freely, fostering a sense of connection and empowerment among women in Calderdale.
For over 20 years,Verd de Gris Arts’ work has focused on bringing together people from many different social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. With the women of ONE VOICE, we encourage other women and girls to come together through specially staged performance events to celebrate with each other or to work out solutions to issues that impact their lives.
Our focus on transforming local performance spaces into hubs for community dialogue and cultural creation is particularly powerful. It not only provides a platform for self-expression but also encourages collective problem-solving and the celebration of shared experiences. By prioritising inclusivity and ownership, ONE VOICE ensures that these spaces truly reflect the diversity of the community, empowering participants as both creators and audiences.
This approach aligns with broader goals of social cohesion and cultural equity, demonstrating how the arts can be a catalyst for meaningful change.
You can read about some of One Voice’s projects and events here:
JOURNEY OF CHANGE PODCAST: created for and by local women and girls, this is a space where voices are heard, stories are shared, and connections are made.
WE BELONG: an intergenerational shared performance event created by the women of One Voice and Year 6 girls from Beech Hill Primary School.
WOMEN 24 – TALKS: a series of online talks led by and tailored to local women and girls. These talks explored critical issues impacting women here in West Yorkshire.
HEAR US!: co-designed and led by the women of One Voice, this conference brought together local women and key stakeholders to discuss critical issues around health, poverty and social cohesion affecting women and girls.
Watch this short film of the women talking about their experiences of working with verd de gris artist: