We make films with, for and about people from diverse and marginalised backgrounds through our own inclusive filmmaking model. Our process began with developing a filmmaking workshop program specifically for people with an intellectual disability and since then, we have begun working with other marginalised communities.

The people we work with often face societal barriers that prevent them from engaging in the mainstream film industry. Bus Stop’s goal is to provide pathways for those we work with to participate in filmmaking at a professional level and use filmmaking as a tool for creating social change.

We create a safe learning environment where students can learn at their own pace and we pride ourselves on teaching tertiary level filming making topics (theory and practical), connecting students with industry mentors, and providing work experience opportunities.

Education: We are passionate about creating workshops and learning environments for people to learn about the theory and practice of filmmaking.
Work Experience: Through our coursework we create films with our participants and engage them in work experience activities, which can lead to employment opportunities.
Advocacy: The films we make with our participants are used as tools of advocacy. Our films are currently requested as training and educational resources for big businesses and non-profits, we also pride ourselves on holding community screenings with Q&A panels with our participants. We distribute our films on the festival circuit, television and online to bring messages of inclusion into the world.
We want our diverse and marginalised communities to be heard and represented within the Australian and international cinematic landscape.

Together with our participants, we make award winning short films that aim to raise awareness, break down social stigmas and give audiences insight into a different human perspective.