Our Experiences. Our Future.
About the Conference
We are delighted to announce that the Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA) Conference is returning, and will be taking place on 16 -17 October at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
This year, in collaboration with the Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland (ECCQ), the event promises to be an unmissable event.
This year's conference will be centred around "Our Experiences. Our Future." which highlights the strengths and challenges faced by culturally and linguistically diverse communities across Australia.
The conference will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, hands on experiences, and networking opportunities.
Key Dates
MONDAY 15 APRIL 2024
Registrations Open
MONDAY 15 APRIL 2024
Abstract Submissions Open
FRIDAY 28 JUNE 2024, BEFORE 11:59 PM AEST
Abstract Submissions Close
TUESDAY 15 OCTOBER 2024
Welcome Reception
WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2024
Day One Conference, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2024
Gala Dinner, Howards Smith Wharves
THURSDAY 17 OCTOBER 2024
Day Two Conference, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Meet the Artist
Martha Bizimana is an emerging talent in the realm of visual arts, currently undertaking a Bachelor of Visual Arts with a focus on Photography at the Queensland College of Arts and Design (QCAD).
Her exceptional skills and creative vision have earned her the prestigious Creative Generation Excellence Award in Visual Art, presented by the Queensland Art Gallery of Modern Art.
Martha's work has been featured in several notable group exhibitions, including "[Un]–Readymade Bodies, 2023" at the QCAD Preview Gallery and the "House Conspiracy 100 Year Celebration, 2023.
With a keen interest in her African heritage and experiences as an African/Australian woman, Martha seeks to explore these themes through her art. She is passionate about using her creative expressions to foster connections and engage with a global audience.