RESOURCES
THIS IS AN EVER GROWING AND EVOLVING LIST OF RESOURCES. WE’RE ADDING TO IT AS MUCH AS WE CAN.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SUGGEST AN ADDITION, PLEASE EMAIL US HERE.
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GRASSROOTS - PAY THE RENT
Key principles of the Pay The Rent:
Aboriginal people should have control of any Rent received
Paying the Rent is about non-Indigenous people honouring the Sovereignty of Aboriginal people; it is a somewhat more just way of living on this stolen land.
This model for Paying the Rent transfers money/wealth on a grassroots to grassroots basis; it doesn’t involve governments or big business.
It is not enough for non-Indigenous people to only Pay The Rent. Treaty, advocacy, and solidarity with actions to promote, defend and support land justice are also necessary.
To contact us please email contact@paytherent.net.au
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LIBBY HAINES' READING LIST
The books recommended by Libby Haines in her interview are:
The 100 Years War on Palestine- Rashid Khalidi
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SUPPORT ACT
“Support Act is the heart and hand of the Australian music industry.
We are the music industry’s charity, providing crisis relief, mental health and wellbeing support to musicians, managers, crew, music workers and organisations across all genres of music.
We deliver this through short term financial support; funeral support; mental health prevention, education and training programs; the Mentally Healthy Workplaces Program; and the Support Act Wellbeing Helpline.
Support Act is an industry leader in cultural and behavourial change, and we strive to create a safe and thriving music industry for all, including dedicated culturally intelligent support for First Nations music workers.”
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BETTER HEALTH
“We provide health and medical information to improve the health and wellbeing of people and the communities they live in.
This information is:
quality-assured and reliable
up-to-date
locally relevant
easy to understand.
The information on our site aims to help people understand and manage their health and medical conditions. It does not replace care provided by medical practitioners and other qualified health professionals.
We are fully funded by the Victorian Government, with no commercial advertising or corporate sponsorship.”
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BEYOND BLUE
Beyond Blue has been providing supports and services to people in Australia for 20 years.
“We are Australia’s most well-known and visited mental health organisation, focused on supporting people affected by anxiety, depression and suicide. We don’t ever take this position for granted nor do we rest on our laurels.
Beyond Blue works with the community to improve mental health and prevent suicide, so that all people in Australia can achieve their best possible mental health.”
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NAVA (NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF VISUAL ARTISTS
“NAVA is a membership organisation which brings together the many voices of the contemporary arts sector to improve fundamental conditions of work and practice. We do this through advocacy, education and the Code of Practice.”
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MIRIAM ROSE FOUNDATION
The Miriam Rose Foundation is a charity dedicated to improving lives and creating opportunities for a brighter future for Indigenous children and youth.
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A Comprehensive list of Anti-Racism Resources from Australia and Beyond
Via the Victorian Women’s Trust
“Our volunteers, staff and supporters have compiled this list of books, podcasts, activists and more from Australia and beyond to support anti-racism self education. If you have a suggestion to add to this resource, email women@vwt.org.au”
LIST HERE
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FOOD BANK
Foodbank is Australia’s largest food relief organisation, operating on a scale that makes it crucial to the work of the front line charities who are feeding vulnerable Australians. Foodbank provides more than 70% of the food rescued for food relief organisations nation-wide.
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NAVA ARTISTS BENEVOLENT FUND
“NAVA reinvigorated the Artists’ Benevolent Fund in 2020 to make funds available for disaster and emergency visual arts practice recovery. The Artists’ Benevolent Fund provides modest but useful one-off financial assistance to Australian visual artists in crisis as a result of fire, flood, storm, serious illness, major accident, declared state or national emergencies, or some other unexpected catastrophic experience.”
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ARTS LAW
“Empowering artists and creative communities through the law.
Get informed from a wide range of free or low cost resources, legal advice and education for artists and organisations in Australia.”
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ART ALMANAC
Australia's longest-running monthly guide to art galleries, exhibition listings, news, industry services and artist opportunities.
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FARE SHARE
“FareShare is a charity which has been cooking free, nutritious meals for people doing it tough since 2001.
We believe that every Australian deserves a nutritious meal, regardless of their circumstances or location.
FareShare operates Australia’s largest non-profit kitchens in Melbourne and Brisbane where chefs and volunteers work hand in hand to cook the best possible meal for every person in need.”
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CREATIVE AUSTRALIA / AUSTRALIA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS
“A modernised Australia Council and a bold new chapter for arts and creativity, a new First Nations body, Music Australia, Writers Australia, and the Centre for Arts and Entertainment Workplaces.”
IMPORTANT NOTE At What Artists Eat, we are cautiously optimistic about the new cultural policies announced in early 2023. We have a lot to say about it and will be exploring it on the podcast as more information regarding the policies is released. What we staunchly advocate for is the universal understanding that ART WORK IS REAL WORK and that all artists deserve the dignity of being able to feed, clothe and house themselves. Watch this space X
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ASYLUM SEEKER RESOURCE CENTRE
ASYLUM SEEKER RESOURCE CENTRE WEBSITE
“Founded in 2001, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is Australia’s largest human rights organisation providing support to people seeking asylum.
We are an independent not-for-profit organisation whose programs support and empower people seeking asylum to maximise their own physical, mental and social wellbeing.
We champion the rights of people seeking asylum and mobilise a community of compassion to create lasting social and policy change.
The ASRC movement is proudly supported by a community of committed volunteers and supporters.”
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FREE TO FEED
“Free to Feed is a (not-for-profit) social enterprise that empowers people seeking asylum and refugees to overcome barriers to social and economic inclusion in Australia through training, employment and psycho-social support and the delivery of shared food experiences.
Our transformative program is delivered through trauma-informed practices, and includes accredited and pre-accredited training, welcoming employment experiences and wraparound wellbeing /social support.
Free to Feed encourages inclusive community attitudes, by inviting us all to explore the rich cuisines and cultures of newly arrived people. Our kitchens are stocked full of beautiful spices, we host authentic food experiences and we provide magical catering. We’re best known for our signature grazing tables. “
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TRANSCEND
“Working towards a world where trans, gender diverse and non-binary children are embraced and given every opportunity to thrive and flourish”
Transcend Australia’s purpose is to support, affirm and celebrate the lives of trans and gender diverse children and their families and carers. We provide information, support and referrals to families across Australia and work to empower trans and gender diverse children and young people.
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THE GENDER CENTRE
THE GENDER CENTRE WEBSITE HERE
“The Gender Centre Inc. is the peak state-wide multidisciplinary centre of excellence providing a broad range of specialised services that enables the exploration of gender identity and assistance with the alleviation of gender dysphoria. We support trans and gender expressive people at every stage of their journey as they explore and live their authentic sense of self.”
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FAIR WORK OMBUDSMAN
“Our purpose is to promote harmonious, productive, cooperative and compliant workplace relations in Australia.
Our functions outline the responsibilities we have as set by the Fair Work Act 2009 to achieve our purpose:
provide education, assistance, advice and guidance to employers, employees, outworkers, outworker entities and organisations
promote and monitor compliance with workplace laws
inquire into and investigate breaches of the Fair Work Act
take appropriate enforcement action
perform our statutory functions efficiently, effectively, economically and ethically.”
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1800 RESPECT
“1800RESPECT is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Social Services to provide support for:
People experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family and sexual violence
People supporting someone experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family and sexual violence
Professionals supporting someone experiencing, or at risk of experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence.
We are a confidential service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.”
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EATING DISORDERS. VICTORIA
Eating Disorders Victoria website here
“We're here for Victorians impacted by eating disorders.
Find guidance and support at every stage, from discovery to recovery.”
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MYALGIC ENCEPHALOMYELITIS/CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME (ME/CFS)
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is a complex and disabling disease. It has been classified as a neurological disorder by the World Health Organization, though it affects many parts of the body, including the brain and muscles, digestive, immune and cardiac systems.
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OLIVE KIDS
Emergency Appeal Campaign
Conditions are dire, and destined to get worse. Access to electricity has been limited, and hospitals are struggling to cope. We are told that there is an estimated 1.4 million people that have been displaced in #Gaza
We're raising funds to urgently provide medical supplies, generator fuel, blankets and food packages for displaced families.