The Torch has shown me a way of making money without crime and changed the way I earn a living. I can show I’m a better man.Aaron Duggan (Gunaikurnai/Wurundjeri)
Buying an artwork from The Torch online gallery is a great way to support a participant.100% of the artwork price goes to the artist
Making art makes me feel connected to my land. To be an Aboriginal female artist and to put down a beautiful picture and express my Country to other people is amazing.Melissa Bell (Gunditjmara/Yorta Yorta)
In 2022 we worked with over 800 First Nations participants, and produced $1.1M in income for our artists.The Torch 2022 wrap up
Becoming an artist has given me a better perspective and outlook on life and taught me to have patience. I guess it’s created a whole new world for me.Thomas Marks (Wotjobaluk/Gunaikurnai)
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Creating new pathways through art and cultural learning.

We provide art, cultural and arts industry support to Indigenous offenders and ex-offenders in Victoria. Our aim is to reduce the rate of reoffending by encouraging the exploration of identity and culture through art programs to define new pathways upon release.

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—Catherine Andrews departs as Board member. —The Torch presents at Reintegration Puzzle conference. —Artist Insights: Hari Andai. —The Torch Artist Mel offered Pentridge Studio Space. —Artist Daniel Church opens his own exhibition in Wonthaggi. —January 26 is not a day to celebrate Australia.