Arts For All Network Programme 2026

The Arts For All Network has an exciting programme of online and in person presentations, hui and meetups for 2026, to keep members connected, share accessibility goals and mahi, and work together to remove barriers to the arts.

The programme is available to Arts For All Network members at no cost.

Jump to: Online hui | Drop-in learning | Regional visits | How to take part

Online hui programme

We have 10 online sessions, one each month February–November, to keep members from across Aotearoa connected and provide a space for learning, connection and sharing.

Three types of online hui:

Monthly Meetups (regular connection and discussion)
Webinars (experts presenting on specific topics)
Guest Q&A sessions (asking Deaf and disabled arts professionals about their lived experience)

Accessibility: NZSL interpreters can be provided by request. Registration closes 7 days before each hui.

Upcoming online hui sessions

Wednesday 20 May, 1:00pm–2:00pm

Monthly Meetup: Building a culture of accessibility

Accessibility often rests with one person within an organisation and gets lost when that person moves on. Let's explore how to embed accessibility into the culture of an organisation.

Registration: By 4:00pm Wednesday 13 May

Accessibility: NZSL interpreters available by request

Wednesday 17 June, 1:00pm–2:00pm

Guest Q&A: Deaf accessibility with Rāhera Turner

Deaf consultant and company manager of Equal Voices Arts Rāhera Turner answers all you've ever wanted to know about being a Deaf artist. In a conversational Q&A session, Rāhera will share her perspective and lived experience, answering all the questions Network members have about working with and welcoming Deaf artists and audiences. Click the registration button to sign up for the session and submit your questions anonymously.

Registration: By 4:00pm Wednesday 10 June

Accessibility: This session will be NZSL interpreted

Future online hui sessions

15 July, 1:00pm–2:00pm – Monthly Meetup
12 August, 1:00pm–2:00pm – Monthly Meetup
16 September, 1:00pm–2:00pm – Guest Q&A
14 October, 1:00pm–2:00pm – Webinar
18 November, 1:00pm–2:00pm – End-of-year Celebration

Details and registration links will be added closer to each session.

Drop-in learning sessions

Starting in April, monthly drop-in sessions offer practical, focused learning for Network members working in arts organisations.

These drop-in Zoom sessions will include 20-30 minutes of 'how-to' information from Katie, and the rest of the hour will be open for questions. Sessions focus on general arts accessibility projects, resources and concepts and are designed specifically for Network members working in arts organisations. These sessions are designed to answer common questions and share useful tools in a collective space.

When: Each session includes a short deep dive from Katie, followed by open Q&A. These sessions are designed to answer common questions and share useful tools in a collective space.

Accessibility: These sessions will not have NZSL interpreters unless otherwise noted. There is no need to register. Click the link to join at the scheduled time.

Upcoming drop-in sessions

Thursday 7 May: Website and digital accessibility information

Exactly what accessibility information needs to be included on your website or digital communications? Where should this information go, and what formats should you use? We will explore examples of best practice, how to learn what's needed, and how to break down the task of including online accessibility information to fit your schedule, budget and expertise.

Join the 10:00am-11:00am session Join the 1:00pm-2:00pm session

Thursday 4 June: Creating a welcome video for your space or event

Welcome videos can be an accessibility tool, marketing and a showcase all rolled into one. We'll explore setting up a welcome video script, tips for filming and editing and how to make one resource provide access for as many people as possible.

Thursday 2 July: Find your language - describing an accessible space or event

How do you accurately describe the accessibility of your space or event? When you say 'accessible', what does that really mean? Explore what words to use and avoid, and tips on keeping your language up to date. Learn to balance describing how the space or event is accessible and who you want to come along, without accidentally excluding people by being too specific or focusing on impairment.

Future drop-in sessions

6 August: Create a visual guide
10 September: Accessible marketing (note: this session will happen the second Thursday of the month)
1 October: Accessible audition notices, expressions of interest and job opportunities
5 November: To be announced

Regional visits

The Arts For All Network is visiting regions across Aotearoa in 2026 to connect with local Arts For All Network members. Our activities:

In-person hui to connect, share your arts accessibility mahi, and explore how we can remove barriers to the arts together.
Workshops for arts organisations and arts workers to upskill in a specific area of arts accessibility.
Local visits where we come to you to discuss your arts accessibility goals face-to-face. This might be especially helpful for advice about something that’s best understood onsite. Email afa@artsaccess.org.nz or call 04 802 4349 to request a local visit.

Accessibility: NZSL interpreters can be provided for most hui on request. Hui are held in accessible venues, and service dogs and support people are welcome. Workshop accessibility details are provided on registration pages. Local visits can happen at your organisation or in meeting place that's accessible for you.

Upcoming regional visits

Canterbury

Where: Christchurch
When: 21–26 May 2026

The regional hui and front of house accessibility workshop are both on 26 May. Click the buttons below for all the details and to register. Local visits available on 21, 22 and 25 May.

Canterbury regional hui information Canterbury FOH workshop information

Otago

Where: Dunedin
When: 27-29 May 2026

The regional hui and front of house accessibility workshop are both on 28 May. Click the buttons below for all the details and to register. Local visits available on 27 and 29 May.

Otago regional hui information Otago FOH workshop information

Manawatū-Whanganui

Where: Palmerston North
When: 11-13 May

Arts Access Aotearoa is presenting at the EVANZ conference, and we are also available for local visits on 10 May.

Future regional visits

Hawke’s Bay: 17-20 August
Bay of Plenty: 24-25 August
Waikato: 26-28 August
Auckland: 31 August
Taranaki: 1-3 September

Wellington is our home base, and local visits are available year-round. Details of Wellington regional hui and workshops will be shared soon.

How to take part

Alongside the information on this page, invitations to the online hui programme events will be included at the top of each monthly Arts For All Network News email, sharing the date, time, topic, and a registration link.

Invitations to in-person hui will be sent directly to your email inbox.

Not Receiving Our Emails? Email afa@artsaccess.org.nz or follow the link in the button below to fill in the Arts For All Network registration form.

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