Stephen Cassidy
My blogs
| Gender | MALE |
|---|---|
| Industry | Arts |
| Occupation | Cultural researcher, writer and commentator |
| Location | Canberra, ACT, Australia |
| Introduction | Stephen Cassidy is a cultural researcher and writer who has worked across the Australian cultural sector for 40 years. This has spanned policy, programs and research in government, museums, publishing, community arts and radio in four states and territories at national, state and local level. It has encompassed creative industries – including contemporary music and literature – intangible cultural heritage and Indigenous culture and languages. He was Director of the National Cultural Policy Task Force, wrote the proposal that initiated the Digital Content Industry Action Agenda, drafted the Indigenous Contemporary Music Action Plan and played an instrumental role in the adoption of Australia’s first National Indigenous Languages Policy. He has been a Community Arts Officer in local government, ACTU Arts Officer, Development Manager at community radio 2SER-FM and Membership Manager for the Powerhouse Museum. His writing has appeared in a range of publications, been recognised in various literary awards and competitions and included in several exhibitions. He is currently a member of ACT independent arts forum, the Childers Group, and an Adjunct with the University of Canberra. |
| Interests | Australian arts and culture, creative industries. |