Arts Blog
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"A global leader in accessibility"
New Zealand’s accessibility initiatives set an international example in the arts sector.
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Community integral to the national arts strategy
Minister Paul Goldsmith highlights community contributions to New Zealand's arts strategy.
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Telling stories “in the most beautiful way”
“A heady filmic and live exploration of New Zealand culture delivered in an exceptional way … utter perfection,” wrote a reviewer of Jolt’s performance of Whakapapa at the Gathered Together 24 in Glasgow, Scotland.
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Using research to build your practice
New research supports the rehabilitative impact of arts in New Zealand prisons.
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Making decisions informed by data
For the first time, we have data about Deaf and disabled people – their attitudes, engagement and attendance, and the barriers they often face in accessing the arts.
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Frontline heroes enriching and saving lives
"Art saved my life," writes Richard Benge, Executive Director of Arts Access Aotearoa, in an opinion piece published in The Post. "It’s something I’ve often told myself in answer to the question, 'How did I survive my teens?' When I was ten, my mother died suddenly and at 15, I lost a sister to suicide. My mental health was shot through...
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Opportunities focused on increasing access
Across all of our work at Arts Access Aotearoa, we are constantly promoting and advocating for our stakeholders – the people and organisations we work with to increase accessibility and inclusion in the arts.
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Taking big steps to improve accessibility in the arts
““Here in Aotearoa, we’ve taken some big steps over the past decade to improve accessibility and inclusion in the arts but we need to build on the momentum as we strive to achieve Arts Access Aotearoa’s vision.”
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Survey findings on the arts a data goldmine
The results of Creative New Zealand’s latest survey findings, published in New Zealanders and the Arts—Ko Aotearoa me ōna Toi, are a goldmine.
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Arts in Corrections Network insights aligned
Kia ora koutou katoa. At the beginning of the year, I sent a survey to members of the Arts in Corrections Network. Despite it arriving in people’s inboxes during a hectic back-to-work period, we received enthusiastic participation.
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With aroha, stories can create change
Stories are powerful and can affect change. They can explain, connect, challenge, entertain and heal. They can be spoken, sung, written, painted, rapped, staged and digitalised.
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Join us in advocating for access to the arts
Let’s talk about the importance of an inclusive society in Aotearoa where everyone has access to the arts; where there are no barriers to participation; and where Deaf and disabled artists can have rewarding, sustainable careers in their chosen artform.
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Art as a catalyst for rehabilitation
The Hōkai Rangi Strategy 2019–2024 has been a game-changer. In the “Foreword from the Chief Executive” of Ara Poutama Aotearoa Department of Corrections, it says the strategy “represents a new strategic direction … that builds on the good things that are already happening, learns from doing, and, more importantly, innovates to find...
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He moemoeā ā mātou: A symbol of collective vision
He moemoeā ā mātou, a phrase deeply significant to Arts Access Aotearoa, encapsulates the collective dreams and vision of our organisation. It serves as a guiding principle, reminding us of our past achievements, future aspirations, and the importance of unity in our journey as Tiriti partners.
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Accessibility in all we do
“Without whakawhanaungatanga, there is nothing. With it, we can build the revolution we all so desperately need.” These powerful words were written on the eve of Waitangi Day by Arts Access Aotearoa’s Policy Principal, Conor Twyford.
