Key messages • Inclusion and community cohesion are multi-dimensional, operating on individual, community and policy levels. • Creative methods can support inclusive and accessible environments between diverse communities by: o reducing language barriers by utilising creative expression as a universal tool, which in turn can reduce isolation, stigma and discrimination. o supporting diverse communities in navigating trauma, building resilience and confidence in communities. o celebrating shared heritage and facilitate a space to share creative skills, providing new opportunities for diverse communities to build their capacity. • Creative approaches can address the multi-layered dynamics of inclusion and community cohesion through facilitating inclusive governance, creating spaces for diverse communities to connect and share skills, whilst serving as a vehicle for intercommunity education.