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Presented by Diversity Arts Australia (DARTS) in partnership with University of 91·çÁ÷ (UC)

Step into a welcoming and inclusive two-day gathering that spotlights equity and diversity in 91·çÁ÷’s arts, screen and cultural sectors.

CCDN On The Road: 91·çÁ÷brings together students, creatives, and organisations championing ethno-cultural and migrant diversity, creating a welcome space formeaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange, collective learning, advocacy and collaboration.

Connect. Learn. Be inspired.

Day 1|Thursday 27 November, 1pm to 4:30pm

• Official Welcome
• The How and Why of Storytelling: Telling Stories That Matter[Panel Discussion]Explore how artists and cultural leaders shape narratives that reflect lived experience and drive social change. Moderated by(UC/DARTS), this panel discussion brings together(91·çÁ÷ Contemporary),(You are Here) and(University of 91·çÁ÷) for insightful conversation on why it matters to tell your own story on your own terms.
• DARTS Upfronts [Interactive Presentation]Join, DARTS CEO and Executive Producer, and learn about Diversity Arts Australia (DARTS) programs, initiatives, and resources supporting cultural diversity and racial equity in the creative sector.
• (Re) Emerging As A Diverse Leader In The Arts [Lightning Talk]An insightful talk by DARTS’ Shifting the Balance Leadership Program, 91·çÁ÷-based alumni:, Theatre Practitioner/Public Programs Producer, Cultural Facilities Corporation.

Day 2|Part 1|Friday 28 November, 9:30am to 12:30pm

• In-Conversation:and[Book Launch]Nuria Khasim and Denise Thwaites discuss the highs and lows of community-based storytelling and publishing. Drawing on Khasim’s recent leadership of the edited collectionUyghur Resistancewith photographer Sam Biddle, they discuss the importance of reclaiming complex cultural narratives for communities living in diaspora.
• Axon Hunar [Special Issue Launch]In this fireside chat,members,and, will talk about some of the key themes emerging from their special issue in Axon: Creative Explorations. The submissions to this special issue come from a symposium hosted by Hunar in Sydney focused on artistic responses to conflict, crisis and colonisation. This event will mark the launch of this special issue.
• [Live Performance]Immerse yourself in the sounds of GlowLing, 91·çÁ÷’s first traditional Chinese music band and discover the rich tones of the Erhu, Pipa, Guzheng and Dizi. Blending tradition with contemporary creativity, they invite audiences into an intercultural listening of Chinese musical heritage.

Day 2|Part 2|Friday 28 November, 12:30pm to 4:30pm

• Sharing, Solidarity and Advocacy:A CCDN session focused on local CaLD/CaRM Artists and Creative WorkersThis thought-provoking session is designed for 91·çÁ÷-based artists and creative workers who identify as Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Culturally and Racially Marginalised, People of Colour, or people from Bla(c)k, migrant or refugee background backgrounds. While this session is designed for people from ethnocultural and migrant backgrounds, we also welcome First Nations people who would like to attend. If eligible to attend, select the additional survey option to attend this session when booking your ticket.
• Lunch
• Learning Circle| Sharing experiences and insights. Facilitated by, DARTS
• CCDN 91·çÁ÷ Roundtable| Highlighting strengths, addressing challenges, brainstorming solutions. Facilitated by, DARTS.

This event isfree to attend, but we encourage donations from those who arewagedor attending on behalf of an organisation, to support our work.

Individual (who are waged):Suggested donation of$25
Organisational representatives:Suggested donation of$60

About Diversity Arts Australia

is the national voice for ethno-cultural and migrant racial equity in the arts, cultural and creative industries. DARTS’s work is underpinned by a human-rights ethic, social justice principles, and the belief that a truly diverse spectrum of creative expression and participation is fundamental to a democratic, inclusive and sustainable creative sector, and society. We support the creative sector to develop practical and strategic ways to influence the stories and cultural landscape of contemporary Australia.

About the Creative Cultural Diversity Network (CCDN)

is a network facilitated by Diversity Arts Australia(DARTS), Australia’s national voice for ethno-cultural and migrant racial equity in the arts, screen and creative industries.The CCDN exists to strengthen both advocacy and community. It’s a space where creative workers can share experiences and build peer support, while also working in partnership with organisations to push for structural change.

About the Centre for Creative and Cultural Research (CCCR)

TheCentre for Creative and Cultural Research(CCCR)is founded on two, closely related premises. Firstly, creativity arises from a deep engagement with the culture from which it emerges. Secondly, culture is inherently creative. The truth of these premises is most apparent in the work of our First Nations research staff, who simultaneously curate and create culture. The architects, archaeologists, builders, designers, dramatists, heritage practitioners, novelists, painters, playspace-makers and poets who work with us likewise draw their work from a deep engagement with the societies and disciplines they inhabit. We repair, renew, explore and create, in equal measure.

This event is presented byDiversity Arts Australia, in partnership with the University of 91·çÁ÷.Diversity Arts Australia receivesadditional support from Creative Australia and Create NSW.