Philanthropy Australia’s submission to the Arts and Cultural Philanthropy Inquiry

Philanthropy Australia was thankful for the opportunity to provide a submission to the Inquiry into Arts and Cultural Philanthropy.

This submission sets out Philanthropy Australia’s perspectives on the issues under consideration by the inquiry. We would be pleased to have the opportunity to expand upon these perspectives through participation in a public hearing.

Arts and culture play a fundamental role in sustaining a dynamic, inclusive and reflective society. They shape how individuals and communities understand their identities, histories and lived experiences, and provide spaces for shared expression, dialogue and imagination about the future.

Because of this broad public value, governments have a central responsibility to affirm, champion and support a healthy and vibrant arts and culture ecosystem.