WELCOME TO UKON CAREERS
Where careers, culture and community come together
Empowering career guidance and motivational support — powered by the energy and creativity of carnival arts.
ABOUT UKON CAREERS
A holistic, community-centred model
UKON Careers, established in May 2014 as a Community Interest Company (C.I.C), began with a mission to provide empowering career guidance and motivational support for young people and the broader community. By blending career development with carnival arts, we deliver a holistic, community-centred model where art, education, careers and employment intersect.
WHAT DRIVES US
Our Mission, Vision & Opportunities
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver inspiring projects that promote community cohesion, inclusion, and well-being. By developing carnival arts locally and nationally, we engage people of all backgrounds, fostering skills, cultural appreciation, and stronger communities.
Our Vision
We envision thriving, inclusive communities where individuals achieve their full potential. Through carnival arts, we reduce poverty, promote safety, and foster cultural understanding — supporting employability, mental health, and the reduction of violence in safe, expressive spaces.
Opportunities
UKON Careers is committed to delivering motivational and inspiring projects that promote community cohesion and inclusion — offering volunteering, work experience, internships and apprenticeships to help people reach their goals.
BARKING & DAGENHAM CARNIVAL
Our annual celebration of Caribbean culture
SATURDAY 11 JULY 2026
LATEST NEWS
News & Highlights
UKON Careers Project Launches to Support Creative Pathways and Community Wellbeing
The UKON Careers Project has officially launched, marking the start of a new initiative designed to support pathways into the creative industries…
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Save the Date – Barking and Dagenham Carnival
Barking and Dagenham Carnival is back and it is set to be bigger and better than ever! Join us for a vibrant…
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World Health Day event at John Smith House
We were proud to be part of the World Health Day event at John Smith House, where we delivered our Creative Thinking…
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Our Workshops
UKON has a selection of workshops that you can get involved in. Have a look and drop us a line — we look forward to welcoming you.
WHAT'S ON
Activities throughout the year
We have various activities throughout the year — follow the link below to see what’s coming up.
OUR SPONSORS
Powered by partnership
Our vision and role is to develop and encourage greater participation and understanding in carnival arts, support employability skills, and strengthen community cohesion.