Strategies for Diversity: Centre for Stories

Research Report

The Centre for Stories is an example of a Western Australian arts organisation that is leading the way in terms of diversity and inclusion. Established in 2015 by John and Caroline Wood, the Centre for Stories curates high-quality stories that inspire thought and encourage empathy and tolerance. Storytelling is used as a vehicle to inspire social cohesion and improve understanding of diverse communities.

They seek to empower those whose perspectives and experiences are often sidelined or silenced, including refugees, migrants, people of colour, sexual minorities, the elderly, and people with disabilities. They champion excellent craft, unique perspectives and artistic value and are committed to developing storytelling for long-term community benefits.

This case study has been developed by a Diversity Working Group comprising artists, art workers, representatives from arts organisations, community groups, and academics, facilitated by Community Arts Network. The group discussed what best practice, in terms of cultural and linguistic diversity, could look like for arts organisations and projects. This video case study is a resource developed to support arts organisations that are seeking to diversify their arts practices and become more inclusive.

View the other case studies in this series: Antipodean Encounters and Performing Lines WA.

Read More
CAN Perth Head Office

Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

PO Box 7514 Cloisters Square WA 6850

King Street Arts Centre
Ground Floor
357–365 Murray Street
Perth WA 6000

08 9226 2422

admin@can.org.au

ABN: 72106364407

Connect with CAN