Arts and Culture Network

In 2012, Council established an Arts and Culture Network. The network aims to provide us with a formal mechanism to consult with key stakeholders and seek specialist advice, enabling community participation in the strategic direction of arts and cultural planning and development.

The primary objectives of the Network are to:

•  assist Council to work strategically to advance the value and importance of arts and culture within Glen Eira;
•  encourage, foster and promote arts and cultural development within Glen Eira;
•  provide a consultative mechanism for Council on arts and cultural activities;
•  assist in identifying key issues relating to arts and culture in Glen Eira;
•  provide advice on the review and implementation of Council’s Arts and Culture strategy; and 
•  be an advocate for arts and cultural development in the community.

Initial items for discussion by the Community Arts Network

•  How we can support local artists, writers and performers to fulfil projects that would benefit Glen Eira.
•  How we can establish a mentor program to link established artists with emerging local artists, writers and performers.
•  How we could better utilise funding and sponsorship opportunities to increase the reach of our arts and culture activities.
•  What the current deficits are within the Glen Eira Arts and Culture program.

Applications for the second Arts and Culture Network will open in September 2013.