Regional Stakeholder Forum

How can museums and galleries connect with young people in a changing environment?

This free annual forum brings together staff and volunteers from regional and Western Sydney museums and galleries to network, share stories and engage with current topics relevant to the regions.

For the first time, the 2026 Regional Stakeholder Forum will be held across 2 days at Powerhouse Parramatta. Participants will examine how museums and galleries can connect with young people and how these spaces can strengthen community ties, celebrate local identity and create meaningful shared experiences.

Day one will focus on remote, regional and volunteer approaches to engaging with young people, while day two will incorporate approaches from larger, salaried organisations. Attendees can register for one or both days.

10 bursaries of up to $500 will be offered by Powerhouse to support travel costs for attendees from regional NSW. To apply, email Emily emilyc@mgnsw.org.au at Museums & Galleries of NSW.

The Regional Stakeholder Forum will be held alongside the IMAGinE Awards 2026.

Presented in partnership with Museums & Galleries of NSW and Regional Arts NSW.