Australian Dance Sector 'Cultural Policy' Survey 2026

Dance Sector Survey for new National Cultural Policy

A new National Cultural Policy will support and shape the future of Australian dance for the next few years. Help Ausdance ensure your thoughts, ideas, and unique insight are clearly articulated to the policy-makers!
1.What is your primary role in the dance sector?
2.What are the biggest barriers to sustaining a career in dance? (Select up to 3)
3.How would investment in “creation” (not just performances) impact your work?
4.Do you have adequate access to affordable rehearsal/creation space?
5.What career pathways are currently missing or unclear in dance?
6.Where should government collaborate outside the arts to support dance? (Select up to 3)
7.What one policy change would make the biggest difference to your work?
8.8. (Optional) Are you a First Nations practitioner or organisation?
9.What would meaningful support look like for your community?
10.What State/Territory are you from?