Aims of the Baw Baw Arts Alliance are to: · Seek funding opportunities to facilitate and encourage contemporary art, craft, design, music, writing and performance · Seek partnership opportunities with businesses other arts organizations and groups · Facilitate opportunities for artists to exhibit/perform · Facilitate opportunities for artists, craftspeople, designers, curators, performers, writers and audiences to participate in the arts alliance · Provide opportunities for professional development, workshops and mentoring · Celebrate cultural diversity and support Aboriginal arts practice · Promote the value of arts and culture in all aspects of the community · Facilitate projects and exhibitions in partnership with Baw Bawl Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee, the West Gippsland Arts Centre and other relevant groups |