Published 12 May, 2020

In partnership with Diversity Arts Australia, the VMDO are excited to be offering a series of workshops designed to assist music business professionals to work effectively with CALD (culturally and linguistically diverse) artists, businesses, communities and audiences.

In these four sessions, participants will build knowledge and skills in the area of working ethically and effectively within a culturally and linguistically diverse context. The sessions aim to develop the capacities of the Victorian music industry to actively and positively nurture culturally safe spaces and promote effective cross-cultural communication that affirms and embodies the principles of inclusive practice. The sessions together are designed to support individuals to build culturally responsive businesses and an inclusive sector. All workshops will provide participants with professional development and foundation skills to increase the sustainability of their businesses.

All four training programs will be conducted by experienced trainers and specialists who have lived experience of the session topics and are from CaLD backgrounds. Additionally, all trainers are from the creative and arts sectors.

Sessions include:

Session 1: Cultural Safety 101
Date: Wednesday 3 June, 10am - 12.30pm

Session 2: Engaging CALD Creatives
Date: Wednesday 17 June, 10am - 12.30pm

Session 3: Growing CALD Audiences
Wednesday 1 July, 10am - 12.30pm

Session 4: Online Marketing to Diverse Audiences
Wednesday 15 July, 10am - 12.30pm

For a full overview of the workshop series and to book visit:
www.vmdo.com.au/diversityartsworkshops