Photo 51 CIC is a London-based community interest company led by three partners with decades of combined experience across film production, youth work, music, digital learning and community development.
Why we exist
We exist to make the overlooked visible. Through creative media, skills development and community-led programmes, we empower young people and communities to tell their own stories, build confidence and create lasting change.
Too many young people and communities are spoken about without being listened to. Too many talents are missed because they do not fit the usual routes into opportunity. Too many stories are flattened, ignored or told by people outside the community.
Photo 51 CIC was created to challenge that.
We use creativity as a practical tool. Film, music, podcasting and digital skills are not just outputs. They are ways to build confidence, develop voice, create pathways and help people see their own value.
Led by lived experience and professional expertise
Photo 51 CIC is led by Christopher Smith, Nathan Anderson and Sheryll ‘Peaches’ Cadogan. Together, the founding team brings experience across film, music, creative youth work, digital learning, mentoring, community development and trauma-informed practice.
Filmmaker | Digital Learning Specialist | Content Creator
Chris brings end-to-end film production, post-production and learning technology experience, and the capacity to deliver high quality media training at every level. Alongside his media work he has spent two decades in community football and youth mentoring across west and north west London.
Sound Engineer | Producer | Creative Youth Worker | Mentor
Nathan has spent over 20 years working with young people across East London, building a reputation for reaching those who do not engage easily. A professional sound engineer and music producer since 1997, he uses creativity as a genuine tool for change, with deep experience in SEND support, safeguarding and community partnerships.
Youth & Community Practitioner | Mentor | Trauma-informed Support
Known as Peaches the Edutainer, she blends education and entertainment to support children, young people and families, with a specialist focus on those affected by adverse childhood experiences. Co-founder of Womanhood Academy and lead of StreetMothers, with nearly 25 years in youth engagement and community development.
Creative, grounded and community-first
Our work is shaped by lived experience, professional standards and a clear commitment to inclusion. We build programmes with communities, not for them. We design sessions that feel accessible, practical and relevant. We care about quality, but we care even more about whether people feel seen, safe and able to participate.
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