Social inclusion principles

Arts Tasmania seeks to support socially inclusive arts practices that are appropriate to the needs of those in our community who are at risk of social exclusion. In keeping with the social inclusion principles for Australia, Arts Tasmania encourages applicants to identify, where appropriate, how their arts practice might reduce disadvantage, increase social, civil and economic participation and/or assist in achieving a greater voice, combined with greater responsibility for members of our community who are at risk of social exclusion.

Arts Tasmania is keen to receive applications that address the principles of social inclusion with regard to, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and cultural content, multicultural arts, arts and disability and youth arts.

Communication, consultation and consent

Prior to lodgement of applications that relate directly to a particular cultural or special needs group, the Tasmanian Arts Advisory Board expects consultation to have occurred with an appropriate representative of the relevant group and written endorsement to have been provided. The Board cannot support applications that infringe on other artists and communities ownership of stories, images or creations. The Tasmanian Arts Advisory Board stresses the need to respect copyright in such cases.

Applicants who are submitting projects containing Aboriginal cultural content should note that in the Tasmanian Aboriginal community, consultation and communication processes can vary. Applicants should contact the Aboriginal Arts Program Officer at Arts Tasmania who can provide initial advice but has no authority to speak on behalf of the Aboriginal community or to give consent. The Tasmanian Governments Office of Aboriginal Affairs is also available to provide advice.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and cultural content

Arts Tasmania is keen to receive applications for projects from individuals, organisations or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and has developed residency opportunities for such participants. Arts Tasmania encourages the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists in projects, particularly where the project involves Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and content.

Arts Tasmania has an Aboriginal Arts Program Officer to advise applicants about applications containing Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural content. You should consult with the Aboriginal Arts Program Officer prior to submitting any application with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander content.