Indigenous Arts Program
| The Indigenous Arts Panel assesses applications for arts activity in all artform areas excluding film, television and radio. The program supports Indigenous cultural maintenance and the professional development of Indigenous artists in Western Australia. It also acknowledges the rights of Indigenous communities in determining cultural priorities. The Indigenous Arts Panel is made up of artists and arts workers with diverse expertise and in-depth knowledge of Indigenous arts. | Quick Links Panel Information Application Form (.rtf electronic version) Application Form (.pdf print version) Acquittal Form (.rtf electronic version) Acquittal Form (.pdf print version) Handbook How to apply Recent Results Closing dates |
Grant Categories
Indigenous Arts applications are invited in the following categories:
In addition, you may also be eligible for:
** Indigenous in this context refers to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia.
- Young People and the Arts Grants
- Arts Development Grants
- Contemporary Music Grants
- Designer Fashion Grants
Selection Criteria
In addition to the selection criteria of the Arts Grants Program, please demonstrate strengths in one or more of the following:
- support of the needs and aspirations of Indigenous** peoples through the arts
- encouragement of the expression of traditional and contemporary Indigenous culture
- use of regional resources, especially Indigenous organisations
- encouragement and support of exchanges with other Indigenous peoples of Australia and/or the world
Eligibility
As well as the general eligibility requirements of the Arts Grants Program and the specific requirements for your selected category applicants must also demonstrate
- copyright negotiations have been undertaken with communities and artists with applications involving areas such as multimedia, anthologies, music compilations, research and photography (all photographers must adhere to community protocol procedures)
- control and/or management by Indigenous people.
Other important information
The Indigenous Arts Panel reserves the right to request written confirmation of applicants’ Aboriginality from relevant community organisations when the need arises.Contact
You are encouraged to discuss your application with the Indigenous Arts Project Officer prior to submitting your application. Phone +61 8 9224 7310 or toll-free 1800 199 090 (country WA callers only).** Indigenous in this context refers to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia.
