Artists play a central role in engaging communities, by co-creating works with the community-based interest groups and under-reached communities, artists encourage conversations and appreciation for the arts among participants. This document details twelve case studies which are divided into three areas: strengthening communities, cultivating a sense of place and belonging and encouraging creative expression. The case studies include a range of art forms including writing, dancing, performing arts and drumming, and foster inter-generational relationships.

Ceriph, Drama Box and ArtsWok Collaborative, Arts Fission, Superhero Me, 3Pumpkins, Kiong, Q. L., My Community, Kallang Community Club, The Necessary Stage, Community Drumming Network, Theatre Today, Seah, A. And Tang, Z. (2018). Impacting Communities Through the Arts: 12 Case Studies of Arts Engagement in Singapore. Singapore: National Arts Council.