For 50 years, NAISDA has been a national leader in First Nations performing arts training, creating and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges and wisdom through excellence in dance and performing arts education.
Based on Darkinjung Country on the NSW Central Coast, with a national footprint connected to communities across Australia, NAISDA offers a unique learning model. Our curriculum is the only one of its kind, extending beyond studios and classrooms to include real-world performance and production experiences in professional theatres, alongside valuable industry placements with leading arts companies.
At its core is a model deeply connected to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands, culture and people. It embeds the depth, diversity and complexity of Indigenous Knowings alongside a framework of contemporary arts education excellence.
Students learn on Country with Cultural Tutors and Knowledge Holders, train to the highest professional standards, and step directly into careers across the creative industries.
The impact is real and lasting. NAISDA achieves exceptional outcomes, with completion rates nearly double the national average. Our graduates shape the future of performance, storytelling and cultural leadership in Australia and beyond, contributing to world-renowned companies and projects.
But what we do goes beyond training artists.
We empower young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to grow strong in identity, culture and voice. We create pathways into employment, leadership and lifelong creative practice. We strengthen communities, share and celebrate cultural knowledge, and contribute to a more inclusive and representative arts sector and nation.
As we mark our 50th year, your support helps carry this legacy forward.
Donations to NAISDA directly support our students, providing access to training, learning experiences, wellbeing support, and the resources they need to succeed.
Together, we can continue to build Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures.
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For 50 years, NAISDA has been a national leader in First Nations performing arts training, creating and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges and wisdom through excellence in dance and performing arts education.
Based on Darkinjung Country on the NSW Central Coast, with a national footprint connected to communities across Australia, NAISDA offers a unique learning model. Our curriculum is the only one of its kind, extending beyond studios and classrooms to include real-world performance and production experiences in professional theatres, alongside valuable industry placements with leading arts companies.
At its core is a model deeply connected to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands, culture and people. It embeds the depth, diversity and complexity of Indigenous Knowings alongside a framework of contemporary arts education excellence.
Students learn on Country with Cultural Tutors and Knowledge Holders, train to the highest professional standards, and step directly into careers across the creative industries.
The impact is real and lasting. NAISDA achieves exceptional outcomes, with completion rates nearly double the national average. Our graduates shape the future of performance, storytelling and cultural leadership in Australia and beyond, contributing to world-renowned companies and projects.
But what we do goes beyond training artists.
We empower young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to grow strong in identity, culture and voice. We create pathways into employment, leadership and lifelong creative practice. We strengthen communities, share and celebrate cultural knowledge, and contribute to a more inclusive and representative arts sector and nation.
As we mark our 50th year, your support helps carry this legacy forward.
Donations to NAISDA directly support our students, providing access to training, learning experiences, wellbeing support, and the resources they need to succeed.
Together, we can continue to build Strong Lives, Vibrant Communities and Creative Futures.
Yes
Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.
