SICK! Information

SICK! is a Manchester-based, internationally recognised charity working at the intersection of art, health, and equity. We commission and present bold, socially engaged art that connects local voices with national and international stages, shaped by our ethical commissioning framework and lived-experience-led programming. Our Vision is simple yet transformative: Lives Reimagined Through Art. We believe art has the power to reshape perspectives, challenge inequalities, and open new possibilities for how we live together. Our Mission is to use art and creativity to connect people, communities, and artists, making everyone creators of fairer, healthier futures. This is not just about presenting work, but about co-creating experiences that dismantle barriers, amplify lived experience, and build a culture of care, equity, and imagination. Our Values guide everything we do: Meaningful: prioritising depth, quality, and lasting impact. Inclusive: removing barriers and enabling participation for all. Joyful: celebrating creativity and connection. Courageous: facing tough issues with honesty and optimism. Cover image: EXXY by Dan Daw Creative Projects, photo by Hugo Glendinning, a SICK! co-commissioned project