Arts for All Abilities (Arts Nexus)

ARTS FOR ALL ABILITIES (AAA) was a project initiated by Arts Nexus Inc and funded by Disability Services Qld. AAA is now in its closing moments as a pilot program of workshops and activities that has provided opportunities for communities in Cairns, Innisfail and the Tablelands.

Activities were programmed to encourage people to come together regularly to develop new or enhance existing skills in creative expression. Access all Areas is a weekly gathering of like-minded people who want to experiment with lots of art forms such as painting, film-making, music, dance, writing and production. This includes occasional outings to the theatre, cinema art galleries and special events. Other opportunities in training and professional development for people who are more serious about their creative expression.

All members of the regional community were invited to come together to play and create in a safe, accessible, and non-critical space. People with disabilities, their family members and carers were encouraged to participate in a series of workshops experimenting in various art forms. There are still opportunities for people to come forward with their support. If you would like to be involved in the organisation of the program, please let us know your areas of interest by contacting Arts Nexus on 4051 5533. We are currently working on the Evaluation of the pilot to support the sustainability of AAA into the future.