About Us

The Arts for Development Trust was set up in 2021 by a team of well established creative artists.  

At The Arts for Development Trust we aim to: 

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To develop and implement Arts (including performing and visual) and well-being based programmes in Schools and organisations throughout New Zealand.

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To support and enhance the well-being of the New Zealand public through the use of a variety of arts therapeutic practices. 

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To provide community based classes to train children and teenagers in a variety of performing arts fields. 

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To deliver in school programmes that support the mental well-being of children and teenagers. 

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To mentor other arts based organisations to assist in ensuring safe delivery of programmes in the community.