Culture and the Arts (WA) commissions independent research consultants to undertake an annual survey of WA's value and attitudes towards culture and the arts.

The strategy provides a long-term direction for the arts and cultural sector in Western Australia, providing, for the first time, a unified vision for arts and culture in WA.

The Department of Culture and the Arts has released this strategic plan, to articulate the role, vision, values and key priorities of the organisation.

This report captures the evaluation approach and results from a year-long multi-partnered project and exhibition, called HERE&NOW13, aimed at developing artistic skills and enhancing the social inclusion of artists with disability in efforts to elevate contemporary disability arts practice in Western Australia.

This strategic plan 2015 - 2017 contributes to the development of the Western Australia by delivering culture and arts policy to achieve state government outcomes.