Community causes

For many artists, it’s a lifetime dream and goal to have their work exhibited in a public gallery. EPIC Assist’s (EPIC) annual art exhibition provides this exciting opportunity to emerging and professional artists with disability or a mental health condition. Now in its fifth year, the … Read more about Art exhibition shifts perspectives surrounding disability and mental health

International Day of People with Disability (3rd December) is fast on its way, and we’re thrilled to see a number of events on the calendar dedicated to promoting an understanding of people with disability and encouraging support for their dignity, rights and well-being. Lismore comedy club Larry … Read more about Comedians with disability laugh out loud

Having food in the pantry is something many people take for granted. When searching for employment, access to food supplies can become a genuine concern. Food relief programs set up by local organisations are one way to help those in the community who may be going through a difficult period … Read more about Emergency food services a relief for struggling communities

The Logan East Community Neighbourhood Association (LECNA) will be supported to continue its vital work to encourage co-operation, relieve poverty and help the local community through an EPIC Assist (EPIC) Community Grant. Gillian Marshall-Pierce, Manager – Community Liaison, Program Innovation … Read more about EPIC + LECNA – building better lives in Logan

EPIC’s Community Grants program provides financial assistance to organisations who create opportunities and welcome people with disability. The grant recipients for round 4 represent the diverse community that EPIC supports. All of the well deserving organisations have one thing in common- … Read more about Community grants round 4 recipients announced

Everyone’s welcome at Tropical Arts, a not-for-profit community theatre group based in Cairns. Tropical Arts provides opportunities for anyone to participate in theatre-making, whether a professional actor, experienced amateur, student, first-timers to the stage, visual artists, musicians, or … Read more about All the world’s an inclusive stage at Tropical Arts theatre group

With it’s physical, social, psychological and educational effects, horse riding is an activity with a multitude of benefits for people with disability. EPIC Assist’s (EPIC) community grants program recently supported three volunteer led organisations to assist with the purchase of horse-riding … Read more about Horses more than therapy for riders with disability

EPIC job seekers will be stepping into job interviews with an increased sense of confidence and pride thanks to their new wardrobe of corporate clothes donated by businesses and community groups. EPIC offices throughout Brisbane have been working with businesses and community groups as part of a … Read more about Local community helping job seekers dress to impress