About NIDA Special Projects

Funding Special Projects ensures NIDA remains a national leader in shaping a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable arts sector. Some example areas where we need continuing support are:

First Nations and Outreach
Our Open Pathways program provides outreach for young people from historically excluded backgrounds, to introduce them to the range of possible exciting careers in the Dramatic Arts.

Sustainability Initiatives: NIDA Green
NIDA has a strong commitment to embedding sustainability across the dramatic arts industry by equipping new generations of industry practitioners with best practice sustainability skills. As an organisation, we are aiming to be carbon neutral by 2030.

Innovation
Our innovation lab, NIDA Future Centre, runs initiatives that connect industry and education with emerging tech and future thinking. Investment in cutting-edge equipment and external industry expertise is essential.