He Wāhi Aroha: A Place of Aroha

Cover image: Jacqui Moyes, Director of Home Ground, with wāhine graduating from a creativity programme. Photo: Fraser Crichton

Investing in accessible arts

This publication celebrates the communities, partners and individuals making the arts more accessible, inclusive and equitable across Aotearoa. It captures the change we’ve seen in in the last thirty years, and the foundations we’ve laid for the future.

He Wāhi Aroha: A Place of Aroha highlights powerful stories from Deaf and disabled artists, people in prison, creative spaces and accessibility champions. It reflects the strength of our national networks and the value of the arts to identity, connection and belonging.

We’re grateful to everyone who contributed their voice, images, and support to bring this report to life.

What’s inside the report

• Our impact: Key figures, outcomes and stories from across our four core programmes
• Real stories: From artists and communities, including Rodney Bell, Ash Gibson and Mark Lang
• System change: Policy, advocacy and access tools driving inclusion
• How to support: Practical ways your funding, skills or time can contribute

Need another format?

We want this report to be accessible to everyone. If you would like a printed copy, please email info@artsaccess.org.nz or phone us on 04 802 4349.

Looking for past reports?

You can also view our Annual Report 2024. For previous reports, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.