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me.
about
I am a renowned social entrepreneur and artist, celebrated for my transformative work across public, private, and third sectors to empower underrepresented young Londoners in breaking into the creative industry. As the founder and CEO of Art Clubbers CIC, an award-winning arts organization, I lead groundbreaking programs that promote diversity, inclusion, and access for marginalized communities, including Global Majority, LGBTQ+, and working-class youth. My innovative leadership has earned Art Clubbers CIC a nomination for the Small Awards' Mission Possible Award and positioned it as a leader in the UK’s cultural sector. My contributions to business and the arts have been widely recognized, including my nomination for Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe 2024. ​
A TEDx speaker and sought-after voice at international summits, I speak passionately about community building, creativity, and representation. My work has been featured on prestigious platforms such as Christie’s London, Victoria and Albert Museum, Old Vic, UAL universities, and Tate. As a Civic Futures Fellow, I collaborated with the Greater London Authority on city recovery initiatives, reflecting my commitment to fostering equitable access to the creative sector. Additionally, My advocacy extends to roles like my board membership at We Create Space CIC, emphasizing LGBTQ+ well-being, and recognition by Pride in London as one of 52 dynamic LGBT+ visual artists.
career highlights.
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Ajay Pabial established Art Clubbers CIC in 2018 to champion inclusivity and support marginalized communities in the arts. Under his leadership, the organization has delivered impactful cultural programs that empower Global Majority, LGBTQ+, and working-class creatives. Art Clubbers CIC has been recognized as a finalist for the UK’s Mission Possible Award by The Small Awards, cementing its reputation as a leading social enterprise in the creative sector.
founder & CEO of art clubbers CIC.
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TEDx speaker and international thought leader
As a TEDx speaker and sought-after voice at international summits, Ajay has inspired global audiences by addressing critical topics such as community building, intersectionality, and the power of representation in the arts. His talk, "Intersections of Creativity: Celebrating You," showcases his commitment to fostering self-expression and visibility for underrepresented voices.
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Ajay’s innovative contributions to the arts and cultural sector earned him a nomination for Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe in 2024. This recognition celebrates his work as an artist, entrepreneur, and advocate for equity and inclusivity in the creative industries, highlighting his impact as a leader redefining the role of art in driving social change.
nominated for forbes 30 under 30 europe 2024
my awards.
I am honoured to have received several awards and recognitions throughout my career, reflecting my dedication to the arts and community.
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Here are some of the honours I’m proud to share:​​
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2015
2016
2022
2022
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Governors Achievement Award
Bronze Arts Award by Arts Award
Owen Ridley Award by University of Reading
UnLtd Social Entrepreneur Award by UnLtd
Mission Possible Finalist by Small Awards
exhibitions.
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2014
INFLUX/ The Quadrant Shopping Centre/ Romford/ UK
2015
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The Fall of Icarus/ The Rising Sun Arts Centre/ Reading/ UK
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2016
The Dark Thing That Sleeps In Me/ The Horse Hospital/
London/ UK
2016
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The Unit/ The Quadrant Shopping Centre/ Romford/ UK
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2017
Club Collectivum/ The Copeland and BusseyBuilding/ London/ UK
2018
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WOKE/ The Flying Dutchman/ London/ UK
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2018
Hungama Hotel/ The Chateau/ London/ UK
2019
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Bloomin’/ Stour Space/ London/ UK