Messengers

Messengers is a non-clinical social support program for vulnerable young people and their families across the A.C.T. The program works with young people aged 9 – 25 who are experiencing mental ill-health, social isolation and a range of other issues. Offering weekly arts-based groups, participants are encouraged to develop new artistic skills and make social connections in a safe and inclusive environment. Messengers programs are specifically designed to improve psychological and social wellbeing via targeted participation in the arts.

Art lab @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre

Thursdays, 12:30 – 2:30pm

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Facilitated by artist, Emma Rani Hodges, this class encourages young people to explore identity through a broad suite of arts projects including photography, textiles and painting.

Sketchy Southside @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre

Wednesdays, 12.30 – 2.30pm

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Facilitated by visual artist, Emma Rani Hodges, this class encourages young people to explore identity and develop artistic skills in ceramics, drawing, printmaking and more.

Studio M @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre

Wednesdays, 5.30 – 7.30pm

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Studio M is a non-clinical arts-based support program for young adults aged 18 – 25 who are experiencing mental ill-health, social isolation or other issues.

Connect & Chat

Fridays between 9.00 – 5.00pm

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Youth support worker, Kelsey is available each Friday if you need help with anything or would like a chat.

Messengers: Personal Mythology

18 Nov – 26 Jan

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The 2023 exhibition by the Messengers program

The Messengers Program is proudly supported by the ACT Government.