Open Q & A: Getting Project Ready with Collections WA

Bring your questions, explore ideas, and get practical tips for your collection projects!

This practical and supportive session is designed to help you strengthen your collection and build confidence in funding applications. The workshop begins with a brief introduction to the Community Heritage Grants program, followed by themed virtual drop-in sessions on Significance Assessments, Preservation Needs Assessments, digitisation projects, and grant writing.

Bring your questions, explore project ideas, and receive tailored advice to help you plan, prioritise, and move your collection projects forward with confidence.

How it works

The workshop is structured into four 30-minute blocks, each focusing on a specific topic. Join the session most relevant to you, stay for the full event, or jump in and out as your schedule allows.

Collections WA staff will be online throughout to answer your questions and help you problem-solve in real time. Bring your specific collection questions and get practical guidance tailored to your projects.

Session schedule

10.00 – 10.30: Short presentation: An introduction to Community Heritage Grants

10.30 – 11.00: Open Q & A on Significance and Preservation Needs Assessments

11.00 – 11.30: Open Q & A on planning a Digitisation Project

11.30 – 12.00: Open Q & A on grant writing

Target audience

This session is open to participants at all stages of their learning journey — whether you’re just getting started or looking to refresh and deepen your knowledge.

It’s ideal for:

• Foundational learners
• Mid-career professionals seeking a refresher
• Anyone wanting a clearer understanding of Significance Assessments, Preservation Assessments, planning digital projects and grant writing.