case studies

The following case studies bring some of the Nelson Meers Foundation’s current philanthropic partnerships into focus:

UNDERBELLY ARTS FESTIVAL
Cockatoo Island

Underbelly Arts Festival

Underbelly Arts Festival 2011 – Cockatoo Island

On July 16, 2011 Underbelly Arts 2011 brought us some of the best new works by Australia’s freshest creative talent, all in the incredible surrounds of Cockatoo Island, Sydney Harbour. We watched in awe as over 150 artists collaborated on exciting, innovative and experimental projects during the 10-day residency, The Lab, and then saw over 2000 people come to The Festival, the grande finale showing off and celebrating fruits of the artists’ hard work.

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YOUTH MENTAL ILLNESS PROGRAM
Brain & Mind Research Institute

BRAIN AND MIND RESEARCH INSTITUTE - CREATIVE ARTS PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE EXPERIENCING MENTAL ILLNESS

The BMRI was established in 2006 to reduce the burden of disease due to brain and mind disorders, which now account for more than 40 percent of all illness, costing the Australian economy an estimated $30 billion each year.

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MILK CRATE THEATRE

Milk Crate Theatre

Milk Crate Theatre is both a theatre company and a community, consisting of creative individuals who come together to make entertaining, challenging and inspiring performances, whilst exploring issues, opinions and life experiences in the process. They are a direct partnership between actors, artists, welfare services and community participants, exploring the tension between inclusive theatre arts practice and community development.

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