The District Council of Grant in South Australia is launching the inaugural Art-Ability Exhibition at The Hangar Gallery in Mount Gambier, calling on local artists living with disabilities to submit their work. The exhibition, recommended by the Council’s Access and Inclusion Advisory Panel, will run from September 2025 to February 2026, with entries closing on July 28, 2025. A People’s Choice Award and a $500 prize pool will be announced on International Day of People with Disability, December 3, 2025.
This exhibition matters because it actively promotes equitable inclusion and visibility for artists with disabilities in a regional community, aligning with broader efforts to embed accessibility into local government processes. By providing a dedicated platform and prize, the initiative not only celebrates diverse artistic talent but also sets a model for other councils seeking to foster inclusive cultural participation.