Sector Development
Events ACT, through its Event Development team, aims to achieve the following through the delivery of an ongoing program of event workshops and sector development opportunities:
- The opportunity for local event stakeholders to engage with ACT Government staff on sector-specific subject matter.
- Developing stronger sector-based relationships to assist future event planning and collaboration.
- Provision of event-related education and knowledge sharing opportunities to help build the capacity and sustainability of the local events sector.
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Enlightened: Event Sector Conference 2026
The Enlightened: Event Sector Conference supports the ACT events sector by sharing tools, resources, and connections that help organisers deliver inclusive, accessible, and welcoming events.
The 2026 conference was held on Thursday 5 March. You can share ideas for future conferences or sector initiatives by emailing [email protected]
You can get updates on initiatives, training, and resources by signing up to the Sector Development newsletter.
2026 Conference resources
The resources below can support your accessible communication and inclusive event delivery.
Introduction to accessible communication
Tips to support clear and accessible communication in events.
Introduction to Accessible Communication (PDF)
Cancer Council ACT
Resources to support SunSmart and health promoting events in the ACT.
More at https://actcancer.org
The Easy Read Toolbox
Resources that use plain language and simple visuals to make information easier to understand.
Easy Read resources flyer (PDF)
Dementia Australia
Resources to build awareness of dementia and support inclusive community events.
Dementia friendly venue checklist (PDF)
More at https://www.dementia.org.au
Explore the gallery below for visual highlights from our conference, capturing the energy, collaboration, and inspiring moments shared throughout the event.
Workshops, tools and opportunities
Recent sector development workshops, tools and opportunities that have been provided for the local events and festivals sector include:
- Enlightened: Event Sector Conference in March 2025 (Watch the recorded sessions)
- An Events 101 workshop and a Sponsorship Masterclass delivered by Linda Tillman and Cathy Treasure from Australia Centre for Regional Events in May 2024.
- Behind-the scenes tours of Floriade 2023 and Enlighten 2024.
- A two-day Event Sector Bootcamp delivered by rEVENTS Academy in July 2023.
- The development of an Event Organisers Support Guide and an online Event Planning Toolkit.