Arts Education, Training & Employment
Accessible Arts Traineeships / Mixed abilities ensemble
This program grew out of the need for more skills development opportunities in the performing arts for people with a disability and will provide an integrated, supportive and professional environment. The Apprenticeship Training Program covers live production, theatre and events.
Contours of Inclusion: Inclusive Arts Teaching and Learning
(USA)
VSA's Contours of Inclusion publication contains resources, case studies and frameworks for evaluating arts in education. Access the research here
Grit Media
Based in Melbourne, Victoria, Grit Media is a project of Disability Media Inc that heightens disability awareness through the production of media including television, video, film, print and radio. Projects include Channel 31's award winning 'No Limits' and 3CR's 'The Boldness'.
The Festival for Healthy Living Program is a collaborative strategy developed to promote mental health and emotional wellbeing in primary and secondary schools and their communities.
Ignition Theatre Training
Ignition Theatre Training is designed for people with disabilities to acquire the skills for base-level entry into the performing arts and theatre industry. It is for people who are funded through the Futures for Young Adults program.
National Education and the Arts Network
National Education and the Arts Statement
National Mental Health and Disability Employment Strategy
As a part of the Social Inclusion Agenda, the Australian Government is developing a National Mental Health and Disability Employment Strategy (the Strategy). The Strategy will be developed in close consultation with consumers, peak bodies, employers, state and territory governments and experts.
Port Philip Special School
Our school uses a Fully-Serviced School Model incorporating an Integrated Services approach with our curriculum objectives delivered through visual and performing arts. Our curriculum ensures all students achieve their maximum potential.
UK based resources, information on careers in the arts, examples of successful artists
Salubrious Productions: Artists with Ability
This Brisbane-based entertainment and production agency represents a diverse range of artists and entertainers.
TAFE: Services for students with disabilities
Assistance is available for students with disabilities, including access, equipment and specialised help. If you have a disability, a Disability Liaison Officer (DLO) can assist you to select the right course, advise you on enrolment and provide additional support required to enable you to access facilities and to successfully complete your studies.
Tasmania / New South Wales / Western Australia / South Australia / Queensland / Northern Territory / Victoria / Australian Capital Territory
VSA Arts – living research international data base
The Living Research International database (LRI) is a general research tool, a gathering point for education-focused information that spans the fields of arts and disability.
USA National Arts and disability Centre - Career Resources for artists
USA Opening Stages - Kennedy Centre Performing Arts and Careers Newsletter
