About Us
Founded in 2017, Arkbound Foundation is an independent UK charity dedicated to improving accessibility, diversity and inclusion in publishing, journalism and the creative arts. Registered in England and Wales (1173072) and Scotland (SC049523), with offices in Bristol and Glasgow, we support underrepresented voices, promote social and environmental justice, and create opportunities for people and communities facing disadvantage.
Through our publishing activities, we have supported a diverse range of authors whose books explore important social, cultural and environmental themes. Our publications have received national recognition, including a nomination for the 2027 Carnegie Medal for Writing. Alongside publishing, our workshops, mentoring programmes and community projects help people develop skills, build confidence and share experiences that might otherwise go unheard. In 2026 alone, we published 12 books, expanded our Writing Within Walls programme into custodial institutions across Scotland and England, and engaged hundreds of people through workshops, mentoring and public events.
Our work also extends to research, environmental education and sustainability. Through our academic branch, we encourage interdisciplinary thinking and support research and publications that explore the relationships between people, society and the natural world. We believe education, creativity and scientific enquiry are essential to addressing environmental challenges and developing more equitable, resilient communities.
As a UNEP-accredited organisation and supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, we promote ecological awareness, climate action and the transition towards a more circular and sustainable economy. Working with partners across the UK and internationally, we seek to connect creative expression with practical action, empowering individuals and communities to shape a fairer and more sustainable future.
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Our funders
Bristol Office
Arkbound Foundation
Ambition House
2 Stile Acres
Bristol BS11 0PZ
Glasgow Office
Arkbound Foundation
Rogart Street Campus
4 Rogart Street
Glasgow G40 2AA
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