Our Activities

Arts & Creative Festivals in Australia and Globally

Creativity drives both economic growth and social cohesion

featured festivals

2024

Stawell Festival

2025

halls gap festival

2026

Chaff Nou Daan Wa Ngelnor Serer International Festival (The Gambia)

Multicultural Journal of Social Cohesion and Leadership (MJ–SCL)

An open-access academic and creative journal promoting research, storytelling, and leadership across cultures.

Key Focus Areas

• Social cohesion in Australia and globally
• Arts, humanities, social science and multidisciplinary research
• Lived experience and community knowledge

WE publish

• Peer-reviewed academic articles
• Creative and reflective writing
• Leadership and community narratives

daan wa men shed

Daan Wa Men Shed is a place where skills are preserved, creativity is encouraged, and individuals feel supported and empowered. The space fosters collaboration and a sense of belonging while strengthening practical skills and cultural exchange.

At its core, the Shed:

• Brings community members together to share knowledge, hands-on skills, and lived experience
• Supports the creation of meaningful artworks that reflect community identity and culture
• Facilitates the repair and restoration of furniture and household items, promoting sustainability and resourcefulness
• Offers a safe, inclusive environment that nurtures social connection, wellbeing, and community resilience