The asterisk marks what's been left out or needs deeper attention, symbolising how Indigenous histories are often footnoted or erased in dominant narratives*

The asterisk marks what's been left out or needs deeper attention, symbolising how Indigenous histories are often footnoted or erased in dominant narratives*

Indigenous Exchange Festival 2025, a powerful new gathering that centers people and culture at its core. For the first time, indigenous creators, thinkers, and cultural thought leaders from around the region are coming together to share, perform, and inspire. This is where deep traditions meet bold ideas, where connection turns into action.

As we create cultural spaces for indigenous music, movement, art, and conversation to shine unapologetically, we invite you to be part of this journey.

CULTURE
heritage
dance
visual art
music
film

FESTIVAL PROGRAMMING

Tattoo
exhibition
keynote
fireside
poetry
tamu

yosifu kacaw

taiwan | visual artist

at adau

sarawak | contemporary musician

eko supriyanto

kalimantan | cultural dancer

tagapS DANCE THEATRE

sabah | contemporary Dancers

mathew ngau jau

sarawak | sape’ master

hanim apeng

selangor | heritage crafts

nadira ilana

sabah | film director

eleanor goroh

sabah | tattoo artist

elroy ramantan

brunei | borneo altered natives

sarah lois dorai

sarawak | film director

sang tukang

sabah | heritage craft

zakaria pangribuan

kalimantan | contemporary artist

And more

As part of our efforts to champion indigenous creatives, we’re inviting you to nominate a powerful piece of cultural work for us to showcase.

Nominations are now open for: Film, Commercial, Music, Songwriting, Art & Design, and Artisan Crafts.