With October 23 being AusArt Day, the Byron Writers Festival (BWF) is asking the public to ‘give back in a way that directly impacts the future of arts and creativity’.
According to the BWF, ‘AusArt Day is a nationwide, sector-wide fundraising initiative designed to mobilise artists and arts organisations to raise funds for their work. This program recognises the vital role that the arts play in our communities and champions artists and organisations dedicated to creative expression’.
‘It’s not just about financial contributions – it’s also about sharing and recognising the incredible work of artists, educators and performers who enrich our world every day.
Major employer of writers in region
‘Byron Writers Festival is the major employer of writers in the Northern Rivers, engaging authors to present workshops, visit schools, mentor aspiring and emerging writers, and appear at the annual festival. When the national average income for an author is only $18,200, festivals provide an essential opportunity to promote authors’ books and nurture a culture of reading.
‘Your support will help us provide access to transformative literary events for regional NSW audiences, artists and school children as we look to 2026 and celebrate our 30th year’.
BWF say your donation will:
- Enable us to bring the most significant national and international writers and thinkers to the annual Festival.
- Fund the professional development of emerging regional writers through our Residential Mentorship program.
- Bring together local writers and industry professionals through our year-round workshop and mentoring programs.
- Subsidise Festival tickets for young and disadvantaged people.
To donate, visit https://www.givenow.com.au/byronwritersfestival?mc_cid=2e525a7934
Also Sprung Dance Theatre are seeking support. They said in a media release, ‘We’re not just making art, we’re increasing capacity, supporting wellbeing and building a more cohesive and equitable community’.
‘Support Sprung Dance Theatre this AusArt day as we create pathways for d/Deaf and disabled artists to shape the future of Australian dance’.
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