about us
Positioned as a leading Community Arts Organisation, GCMAGIC (Gold Coast Multicultural Group In Collaboration) is a not-for-profit organisation that supports creative talents from diverse cultural backgrounds since its establishment in 2000.
For more than two decades now, GCMAGIC has contributed to the multicultural map of the City of Gold Coast through a variety of art events of varied disciplines, via vibrant projects and programs.
We strive to enhance interactions that create positive social change and support wellbeing, connection, harmony, sustainability and inclusion through the Visual, Performing and Literary Arts.
GCMAGIC is passionate about showcasing the innovative works of both established and emerging CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) artists, in particular women who are less visible due to varied social barriers.
With a dynamic governance structure, we continuously expand our organisational capacity, and via sustainable and diversified projects we strive to stay relevant to the Gold Coasts ever growing, multicultural, contemporary and vibrant society.
We pride ourselves in initiating new visions and creating innovative and inclusive projects that are always based on the needs of both the artists and our community.
vision
Branding as a leading and pioneer arts organisation for artists from all diverse backgrounds.
mission
Passionate about showcasing the value and depth of the Gold Coast’s cultural wealth and history, it’s our mission to continue to encourage CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) artists to have an active voice through their art practices. We will continue to support and encourage our artists with innovative productions in various art forms and platforms that enrich the Gold Coast Multicultural community.
goals
Development our governance.
Attract and engage new audiences.
Create unique and innovative projects and programs.
Activate the local spaces for the purpose of arts and arts activities.
Develop partnership with other groups, communities and sectors to strength our capacity and sustainability.
impact
To increase the awareness of cultural diversity and its wealth through events, storytelling, art exhibitions and celebrations such as International Women’s Day and the Women in Conversation project.
To engage and provide opportunities and spaces for individuals and communities to share their art and talent for the purpose of wellbeing, social harmony and social cohesion, while providing social and economic engagement for the artists.
