Comments wanted on National Arts and Disability Discussion Paper
A discussion paper on developing a National Arts and Disability Strategy has been released by Cultural Ministers Council (CMC). This discussion paper is relevant to any individual or organization interested in the areas of arts, health (including mental health), disability and community services, ageing, education, employment, Indigenous affairs and infrastructure.
It is available for download on the CMC website at
in Word, HTML PDF and MP3 audiovisual formats. A printed brochure version, Auslan interpreted captioned DVD, Braille and large-print versions are also available.
For audio of the full text, please contact Ms Penny Gault on 1800 185 693.
Braille version is available on request from Ms Penny Gault on 1800 185 693 .
In February 2008, ministers
responsible for culture and the arts in Australia agreed that the
Cultural Ministers Council (CMC) should develop a National Arts and
Disability Strategy.
This national strategy will improve coordination and collaboration
across governments, helping to ensure that all Australians with a
disability have the opportunity to engage fully in arts and cultural
activities.
The development and implementation of a National Arts and Disability
Strategy will be guided by the principles of the United Nations
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
The CMC working group developing the National Arts and Disability Strategy is calling for public submissions.
Comments and submissions accepted until 17 November 2008.