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 15 July, 1:00pm–2:00pm

Monthly Meetup: Mid-winter movie- Crip Camp

To beat the winter blues, let’s try something different- a movie! Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution is a 2020 American documentary following young Deaf and disabled activists who smashed barriers by fighting for legislation that demanded equal rights. This film will change the way you think about access, action, and equity. Watch the film any time between now and 15 July, then join the monthly meetup session where we’ll talk about it and how we can use what we’ve learned in our arts accessibility mahi.

The full film is available for free on YouTube, and is also available on some steaming services. View the audio described film or the original film with captions available.

Registration: By 4:00pm Wednesday 8 July

Accessibility: NZSL interpreter available by request. Please let me know if you need an interpreter by Tuesday 7 July.

Wednesday 12 August, 1:00pm–2:00pm

Monthly Meetup: Accessibility policy

An accessibility policy can be an expression of creativity, a roadmap, a commitment, and an inspiration. If 'policy' strikes fear in your heart, let's talk about it, and break down the barriers to getting started. Join a discussion about how organisations big and small, from single-person operations to national organisations, can develop an accessibility policy that embeds your accessibility work, prevents access from being cut or lost, and lays a framework for growth and development.

Registration: By 4:00pm Wednesday 5 August

Accessibility: NZSL interpreter available by request. Please let me know if you need an interpreter by Tuesday 4 August.

Future online hui sessions

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 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.

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

Thursday 6 August: Create a visual guide

Tips for developing a comprehensive guide that uses photos and text to share key accessibility information about your space or event.

Future drop-in sessions

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

Wellington

Where: Central Wellington
When: 28 July, 10:00-12:30pm

Get more details and register for the Arts For All Wellington Network regional hui on Tuesday 28 July.

Wellington regional hui information

North Island

What: Arts For All Network regional hui and front of house accessibility training
When: 17 August - 2 September 2026

North Island regional hui and workshop registrations are now open. We will be visiting 5 regions in August and September to hold local arts accessibility hui and training workshops on welcoming Deaf and disabled audiences. Check out our Humanitix event page to get dates, details and information, and register for a hui and a workshop in your region.

Details for North Island hui and workshops

North Island visits schedule

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 FOH workshop 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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