Run by Accessible Arts in partnership with Diversity Arts Australia, this program will take place across New South Wales (NSW) and Australian Capital Territory (ACT) in 2026.  

This unique paid initiative is open to eight (8) applicants who identify as both culturally diverse and d/Deaf, Disabled and/or Neurodivergent.  

Ripple is a paid program running from June-September 2026 that includes an internship, 1:1 mentorship and professional development training.  

This 14-week program brings together emerging creatives, arts and cultural workers to build skills, connect with peers, and explore pathways into access and inclusion roles, including consultancy. It’s designed to grow your practice and confidence to drive greater access and inclusion across the arts and cultural sector.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable insights into the kinds of organisations and work available in the arts and cultural sector, whilst forming connections as emerging creative sector workers.

Participating Organisations

The internships will take place at a range of leading arts and cultural institutions as listed below.  

The internships will be in a variety of creative and technical areas depending on the organisation each intern is placed within. Areas include marketing, curatorial, production, arts administration, public programs, writing, producing, and editing within music, visual arts and theatre. A work program will be developed based on the skills and interests of each participant, alongside the opportunities and requirements of the organisation. 

The internships can be carried out entirely in person, or a combination of in person and online. The breakdown of online and in person hours will vary depending on the requirements of each arts organisation. 

• APRA AMCOS 
• Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, Blue Mountains Council  
• Chau Chak Wing Museum
• Performing Lines
• PHIVE, Paramatta City Council
• Tuggeranong Arts Centre
• UTP (formally Urban Theatre Projects)

View the full program here