NSW introduces Artist Disability Fellowship

The NSW Government has launched a $30,000 Artist with Disability Fellowship to boost the professional development of artists with disabilities.

It is open to professional mid-career or established musicians, as well as those working in theatre, visual arts or writing.

The Artist with Disability Fellowship was developed in collaboration with Accessible Arts.

Deputy Premier and Minister for the Arts Troy Grant said the inaugural fellowship is the first of its kind in Australia and will make a huge difference to the career of the successful candidate.

“It will enable a professional mid-career or established artist to expand their experience by undertaking development activities such as travel, mentorships or internships with practitioners, short-term courses or research and development,” he said.

Minister for Disability Services John Ajaka, added that the NSW Government was determined to help people with disability realise their potential and live life their way.

“Everyone, including people with disability, should be able to create and enjoy art. The NSW Government is working hard to get more people with disability involved in the arts – whether as artists or audience members.”

Applications for the 2017 Artist with Disability Fellowship close on Monday December 19. More information at the Arts NSW website.

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