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EquiArts Online Forum is happening 1 December and it is an event that you don’t want to miss! Still haven’t brought your tickets yet? Or maybe trying to convince your family and friends to attend too? Here is why we think you should attend!If you’re disabled, D/deaf or neurodivergent: It’s an opportunity to connect with others in the arts industry who are there to guide and support you through your project or journey. Have the opportunity to have your voice and opinions heard while also learning a few tips and tricks along the way.If you work in the arts industry: Learn about some of the cutting-edge ideas and hear from the voices of the Arts future while understanding it through the lens of someone who is disabled, D/deaf or neurodivergent. Plus you never know, you could meet someone who is perfect to work with for your next project.Still not convinced? Then be sure to check out the full program and list of speakers available on our website. Don’t forget to purchase your tickets today!equiarts.eventsair.com/equiarts/equiarts2025/Site/Register[Image description: A colourful flow-chart graphic with a pink-to-purple gradient asks, “Should I attend the EquiArts Online Forum?” Below, branching bubbles guide the viewer through questions: “Do you want to connect, learn and collaborate?” (options: “Absolutely!” or “No”). The “No” path leads to “Do you care about creativity or inclusion?” with a “Yes” option. All paths ultimately point to a final bubble stating, “You should attend!!” The EquiArts logo appears in the lower right corner on a light geometric background.] ... See MoreSee Less
What’s hot about our EquiArts Online Forum?💜It’s packed with industry-shaping discussions💜You get global perspectives without leaving home💜Exclusive performances you won’t see anywhere else💜You’ll learn across disciplines, not just your own💜It’s a welcoming space where your voice actually mattersPurchase your tickets today to avoid missing out!equiarts.eventsair.com/equiarts/equiarts2025/Site/Register[Image description: A purple-themed graphic with the EquiArts logo at the top shows a large search bar containing the word “EquiArts.” Below it, a white rounded box lists four items with pink arrows: “EquiArts Online Forum,” “EquiArts industry-shaping discussions,” “EquiArts exclusive performances,” and “EquiArts welcoming space.” The background features a computer keyboard with a purple key showing a white heart icon.] ... See MoreSee Less
“It will be a day of connection, collaboration and conversation.”Stephanie’s words are the perfect summary of what EquiArts Online Forum is all about!We can’t wait to hear from so many voices, connect with others and make a difference to the arts industry.Tickets are selling faster so purchase yours today!equiarts.eventsair.com/equiarts/equiarts2025/Site/Register[Video description: Stephanie Dower, a lady in a grey dress driving her wheelchair, talking about the upcoming EquiArts event. The text above the closed caption says “Are you an artist looking to learn and connect?”.] ... See MoreSee Less
Art is so many things, and that’s something we’re excited to showcase at EquiArts Online Forum!Deb, aka Debzillah, is a trailblazing pole artist and creative leader known for her physically expressive work and commitment to access-first performance. An international pole champion and artistic collaborator with companies such as Candoco, Stopgap, Dirty Feet and Extraordinary Bodies, Deb has worked across circus, theatre and contemporary dance. Her practice centres on transformation, joy and spectacle. As the founder of Stargazer Studios and the Glimmerverse, Deb is dedicated to producing unapologetically disabled-led performance that challenges assumptions and claims space with power.You can see an exclusive performance by Deb in Forum 2 of EquiArts! Purchase your tickets today!equiarts.eventsair.com/equiarts/equiarts2025/Site/Register[Image description: A promotional EquiArts graphic featuring pole dancer Deb Roach. On the right, Deb is pictured mid-performance, smiling while holding a pole in a dynamic pose against a purple-lit background. On the left, text introduces her as a trailblazing pole artist committed to access-first performance, with a yellow label reading “Pole Dancer.” A banner below says “Forum 2 – Exclusive performance,” and the bottom text announces her as a guest speaker at the EquiArts Online Forum.] ... See MoreSee Less
Hannah Diviney will be taking part in Forum 1 of EquiArts Online Forum with an exclusive first reading of a section of her upcoming novel. Hannah is a renowned writer locally and internationally, and we’re thrilled to have her join us!Hannah is a writer, author, actor, screenwriter, producer, consultant, speaker and disability advocate. Her disability advocacy has garnered global attention thanks to both a viral petition encouraging Disney to create a disabled Disney Princess and a successful campaign encouraging both Lizzo and Beyonce to change ableist lyrics. Her debut book, I’ll Let Myself In, a collection of personal essays chronicling what it means to come of age in a world not built for you was released in 2023. As a writer, her work has appeared in Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire, Mamamia and The Guardian among others. She’s the former Editor in Chief of global grassroots media company, Missing Perspectives which she also co-founded, dedicated to platforming and making space for the lived experience of women and girls around the world. As if that wasn’t enough, she’s also an actor having made television history as the first disabled person in Australia to do a sex scene on television, thanks to SBS digital originals series, Latecomers. She made her feature film debut in SXSW premiere pick Audrey. She’s also one of only a handful of people with disabilities to have ever addressed the National Press Club of Australia across its 60+ year history.Early bird tickets end tomorrow, so purchase your ticket today! equiarts.eventsair.com/equiarts/equiarts2025/Site/Register[Image description: A graphic featuring a photo of Hannah Diviney sitting and smiling, wearing a black shirt with the word “DEFIANT” printed on it. The left side includes her name in bold, a purple label identifying her as a writer, actor and disability advocate, and a short bio describing her creative roles and achievements. A purple banner reads “Forum 1 – Exclusive performance.” At the bottom, text announces her as a guest speaker at the EquiArts Online Forum.”] ... See MoreSee Less
