
SK Kawuma
‘I’ve learnt that working in community, I can always be open about ideas and that sharing those ideas with people will help for things to move forward and happen.

Michael Adonai
‘As a refugee artist, [the] ECL program has given me the confidence that I can have a sustainable and successful career in the arts in Australia.

Jennifer Tran
‘I use design as a way of creating an immersive space, a safe space, where connections and interactions are enabled and positive experiences are created.

Gabriel Collie
What I discovered about myself was [that] being involved in many projects and other music performance events at the same time does get a bit overwhelming.

Demeysa Ahmed
The ECL program helped me to understand the key elements which make up the community, and that those key elements are you and me.

Daniela Rodriguez
‘Being involved with the Emerging Cultural Leaders program has been a great experience.