Founded in 2002, Tony Doyle Visions grew from work and research carried out as part of an Australia Council Community Cultural Development fellowship, and a Churchill Fellowship to research and develop models of disability inclusive community development through the arts.   

This model is based on disability integration from a position of community strength and support. This is an alternative to the "assimilation" model that focuses on individuals, rather than groups that form through the common affinity of disability.

There are several strands of work and services provided by TDV.

The majority of the work is in the arena of disability arts. This is achieved through engaging people with disabilities in arts workshops, performances, and public celebratory events, many of which provide an opportunity for disability and mainstream communities & events to integrate, share & celebrate cultural diversity.

   

TDV also offers project development, event and production management: from shaping initial concepts, to coordinating teams and resources to stage your event (including stages, sound systems, technical staff, installations & performances).

Disability, local government and other corporate and community organizations have taken advantage of TDV brokerage services to provide performers & entertainment for their festivals & events.

TDV has initiated & runs many events throughout the year.