Dryden Goodwin is one of the three artists who will be working on the first iteration of MANIFEST, a new initiative to evaluate the role of art in policy.

MANIFEST is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to evaluate artistic approaches and effects relevant for policy, and how artists can work with policymakers to channel those dimensions to improve the process of policymaking.

It will explore and evaluate whether and how art can play a role in policymaking, including:

• Manifesting complex policy information in alternative forms to increase accessibility and engagement;
• Creating space to explore the interplay between evidence, values and policy priorities;
• Playing a role in policy innovation, for example as a powerful creative force for envisioning alternatives to the status quo.

For further information, see the Policy Lab blog on the gov.uk website.