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Our community is so diverse that often it is just second nature to us, however, on Rare Disease Day, we are given the opportunity to reflect on just how diverse the people who make up our community are. In the world, over 300 million people have more than 6000 rare conditions (defined as when a condition affects less than 1 in 2,000 people). Today we celebrate these people, share their stories and raise awareness about their conditions, so that the future looks brighter and more inclusive. For stories by people with a rare condition and to get involved, head to the Rare Disease Day website (rarediseaseday.org). If you are comfortable, please share your rare with us in the comments. We would love to connect with more of you![Image description: Graphic with a purple and teal gradient background and the Rare Disease Day logo in the top left. Large white text reads “300 million people worldwide living with a rare disease,” with the date “28 Feb 2026” in the top right.] ... See MoreSee Less
Did you know only 9% of people in the arts industry are d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent? This is despite the fact that roughly one in five Australians have are d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent. EquiArts is on a mission to help change the number of people with disabilities, d/Deaf and neurodivergent in the arts, by building their skills and introducing the wider community to some of Australia’s amazing artists. Do you work in the arts industry? What type of art do you create? Comment below.Stats in this post are based on figures of people who have disclosed their disability. Not everyone discloses their disability in the workplace for a number of reasons. [Image description: The sentence “Only 9% of people who work in the arts industry have a disability“ with “9% of people” and “have a disability” in a yellow text compared to the rest of the sentence which is white. Below the sentence is a representation of the statistic with 9 yellow heads and 91 white heads. At the bottom is the reference for the statistic which is “Arts and Disability Research Overview”.] ... See MoreSee Less
What does the word ‘art’ mean for you? When we think of art, you might think of a paintbrush and canvas, but art can be many different things to each person. It is how you create your story to share it with the world. To name a few, art can be:- a script in writing- your movement in dance- your voice in theatre- instruments in music- world building in digital gamesWe want to hear what ‘art’ means for you. Comment with your thoughts below.[Image description: A textured cream square in the middle of a graphic that has purple and pink paint stroke background. On the square it says “More than just art. More than a paintbrush, a pen, a musical instrument. More you and your story.”] ... See MoreSee Less
How will Equity: The Arts and Disability Associated Plan help me?If you’re d/Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent creative, arts workers or audience, Equity will:- Increase opportunities for you- Increase participation for you- Remove barriers for you- Improve your confidence- Equip you with the tools for success- Help you build your skills= Amplify your voice- Showcase your talentThe plan has many great objectives, designed to help us succeed in the arts.If you are interested in reading the plan, which is available in video format with Auslan as well as easy read, it is available on the Office for the Arts website: www.arts.gov.au/what-we-do/arts-and-disability/equity-arts-and-disability-associated-planWas this post interesting for you? Share it with another friend in the arts.[Image description: The words “What is the “Equity: the Arts and Disability Associated Plan” above the pages of the document.] ... See MoreSee Less
We hear you and we want you to be seen. EquiArts is looking for d/Deaf, Disabled and Neurodivergent artists who haven't been discovered and want to showcase their art with us.It isn’t about how many paintings you’ve created, poems you’ve written or stage performances you’ve taken part in. It’s about finding new talents and giving a voice and a platform to all artists.Head to our website to fill out the expression of interest form to showcase your artwork with us or tag an artist that you know who should fill it out! equiartsaustralia.com/news[Image description: A pink speech bubble with the words “Tired of seeing arts opportunities always given to the same people?” with the EquiArts logo white and pink version. In the background is purple glitter.] ... See MoreSee Less
