WHO WE ARE

Upbeat Arts delivers tailored creative arts programs, where our professional leaders work with marginalised communities, promoting social inclusion, positive mental health and overall wellbeing.

Everyone has a voice! The arts can be used to enhance self-awareness, self-expression and communication skills and improve mood and self-esteem.

Our programs offer an opportunity to learn new things and make positive changes in your life, by providing a positive distraction from issues in life that may be causing anxiety or depression.

A NEW CONDUCTOR FOR OUR BRISBANE CHOIRS

We’re thrilled to welcome the incredible Emma Dean to the Upbeat Arts family. Taking over from Melissa Gill who has stepped down after 10 years of dedicated service to our organisation, Emma brings a wealth of musical genius to our two Brisbane Choirs.

Meet Emma here.

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME

All programs currently have vacancies.

We’re always happy to welcome new MEMBERS to our weekly group programs.

Choose from choir at South Brisbane, Wavell Heights or Buderim; and writing group at South Brisbane or online.

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VOLUNTEERS - RECRUITING NOW

We always love to hear from potential volunteers. 

Our volunteers love their work with Upbeat Arts.

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OUR JOURNEY

Upbeat Arts launched in Queensland on World Mental Health Day in 2014. Our programs are created by a team of highly qualified creative leaders with valuable experience, working with marginalised communities. 

Activities include creative writing, and choirs, with research funded by independent organisations including Opera Australia and Wesley Medical Research Institute in Queensland.

Our program leaders build upon the capabilities of participants, encouraging learners to take their own personal journey of growth and development, by growing, developing and nurturing a combination of artistic capabilities and life skills in a caring and safe environment.

OUR MISSION

To improve health outcomes through creative arts programs. We walk alongside our members as they build social connections and grow their life skills.

OUR VISION

To be a leading provider of inclusive creative arts programs for positive mental health and well-being.

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