Make Young People Centre Stage
Join the growing chorus of Australians recognising young people as essential to our nation's Arts and Culture
Sign your support today
For a dedicated pillar for children and young people in the National Cultural Policy
Australia is developing its National Cultural Policy – and we need to make sure children and young people are at the heart of it. The National Youth Arts Network has made four recommendations to ensure the policy recognises young people as active participants in our cultural life, not just future audiences.
Our Recommendations
A Dedicated PIllar
Include Children and Young People as a pillar of the national cultural plan.
Funding for Organisations
Establish a sustained national funding stream for children and young people's arts organisations.
Add your voice
Join the growing chorus of Australians recognising children and young people as an essential inclusion in our nation's Arts and Culture
About NYAN
Advocating for young Australian voices
The National Youth Arts Network (NYAN) is a consortium of Youth Arts organisations from across Australia brought together by a shared commitment to the artistic, cultural, and social contribution of young people. First convened at the FUSE Conference in 2022 at the Australian Theatre for Young People, the Network advocates for a sustained national focus on Youth Arts – as a practice of cultural participation, a driver of wellbeing and social cohesion, and a critical pipeline for Australia's arts sector, now and into the future.
Looking to do more?
Whether to join NYAN, or discuss how your support can go further, get in touch
Hayden Tonazzi
CEO & Artistic Director
(02) 9270 2400