Team, Staff, Partnering & Volunteering
Extraordinary Communities CIC is built around collaboration, bringing together artists, educators, community members, volunteers and partners to create meaningful experiences.
Meet Ruthie Collins!
CIC was founded by award-winning artist and writer Ruthie Collins. We work with authorities and communities alike to inspire wellbeing for people and planet.
Our Delivery Team
Our award-winning delivery team has experience across education, SEND support, socially engaged arts, creative writing, community development, environmental learning and participatory projects. We work with people of all ages and backgrounds, creating welcoming spaces where partnering and collaborating help strengthen communities for all.
Volunteering With Us
Volunteers are an important part of our work. From supporting events and workshops to helping communities take part in creative and environmental activities, volunteers help make our projects more accessible, inclusive and connected.
Thanks to support in 2025 and 2026 from the School for Social Entrepreneurs, the Fuse Network and Community Action Norfolk's Get Involved Innovation Fund, we have been able to grow our community volunteer base, with family-friendly opportunities to take part in nourishing projects. We would love to hear from you!
Partnering With Us
If you are an artist, community group, or organisation who might like to work with us, please get in touch. We pride ourselves on nurturing talent in outdoor arts, performance and socially engaged arts, with a passion for making ecology, conservation and the arts accessible.