As a cornerstone in the realm of arts and disability support, Melbourne-based organisation Arts Project Australia (APA) has fostered an environment that nurtures artists at every stage of their careers. APA was the first full-time art studio in Australia for artists with intellectual disabilities. As a creative social enterprise, for nearly 50 years APA has continued to “support, promote and advocate” for artists. In recent times, the organisation has expanded to include a Collingwood Gallery space, as well as the Northcote Studio.