Become a core part of our Trash Club network and community. Feel supported, showcase your work, and access resources
While Trash Club evolves, our foundational mission remains.We recognise and support independent creatives making an impact, daring to challenge the norm, and leveraging their creativity to advocate for systemic justice.
Whether you're an artist, designer, practitioner, activist, or somewhere in between, we welcome you to join our community of creatives. Learn from others, share your experience, and collaborate for a future we all want see.
Receive the new Membership Pack
Join as a Member of Trash Club today and receive the brand new digital membership pack. Tap into the community, what’s happening, and how to get more involved. Inside, you’ll find everything needed to collaborate with other members and engage with the community space. This pack is your toolkit for joining forces with like-minded creatives and driving change.
Members Benefits
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Showcase Your Work
Our members are doing amazing things, and we want to help them showcase their work to a wider audience. As a member of Trash Club, you'll have the opportunity to share your projects, knowledge, and events with other members and the wider community.
Image: TrashClub x Kanta Manta Social Club, 2023
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Member Resources
You get exclusive access to a range of resources, including access to archived Trash Talks, articles, tutorials, and tools that can help you improve your skills and advance your career.
Image: Trash Club, BRICKS Magazine Feature, Nov 2022
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Take Part In Events
We host regular events, including, workshops, exhibitions, and networking opportunities. As a member, you’ll be able to attend these events and get the chance to meet and connect with other members. As a Member, you will receive subsidised tickets to our paid initiatives.
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Get Paid For Your Work
As part of a professional, creative network, you’ll have access to higher spine pay points for academic work, as well as more collaboration opportunities.
Image: Julia Dotson, Trash Club Member
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Your Face On Our Website
As a member, you have the opportunity to showcase your work and your profile on our website. This gives you visibility and allows other members to discover you and your work.
Image: Christiane Matz, Trash Club Member
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Feel The Support
Being part of a community of like-minded creatives can be incredibly inspiring and motivating. You’ll have access to a supportive network of members who help each other with advice, feedback, and encouragement. This includes one-on-one knowledge exchange sessions with fellow members and friends of Trash Club, and larger-scale meetups.
Image: Trash Club, 2022
FAQ’s
Our frequently asked questions, answered here
Paul Ayre, Trash Club Member, London, UK
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What is Trash Club?
Trash Club is the community and professional network championing independent creatives through Consciousness, Responsibility, Authenticity, and People.
To learn more about Trash Club, click the link below.
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How do I become a Member?
You can become a member by heading to the ‘JOIN US’ page on our website.
To find out more about our community, click the link below.
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How much does a Membership cost?
Trash Club offers two membership options: a full annual membership for professionals at £25/per year, or a student membership for those studying full-time courses at a discounted rate of £20/per year.
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Do I have to live in the UK to be a Member?
Trash Club was founded in London, UK, however our community hubs are based all across the world. Our online community platform allows for you to connect with Trash Club wherever you are.
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Can I start a Trash Club Hub?
If you're interested in taking a more active role in the Trash Club community, consider becoming a Host of a Trash Club Hub!
In this self-elected role, you'll have the opportunity to create a hyperlocal hub in your area, organise local events and initiatives, connect with local members and other global hubs, and make a real impact in your community.
Just get in touch and we will be happy to provide you with more information about how to get started.
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How do I join a Trash Talk?
Trash Talk is our weekly community catch-up, and it is available with a membership. Our members host discussions once a fortnight on Friday at 12:00 GMT.
Trash Talks are where it all began and have become the heartbeat of Trash Club and our members, where we share knowledge and our Trash of Treasure of the week.
To join a Trash Talk, become a member.
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I feel sad, can you help?
We understand that sometimes life can be tough, and we're sorry to hear that you're feeling sad. While we aim to provide a supportive space within our Trash Talks and community, we cannot provide professional mental health support.
If you are experiencing mental health difficulties, we encourage you to reach out to your local mental health services. Remember, you are not alone, and seeking support is a sign of strength. If you ever need someone to talk to, our community is here for you, and we will always do our best to support you.