CA For The Arts’ Post

Nonprofit leaders - This article has great examples of engagement at all levels, check it out (it only takes a few minutes) Thanks for writing and sharing this Elaina Bedio! #advocacy #civicengagement #makingmissionshappen

❗️ ATTENTION: Artists, Arts Advocates, Educators, Entrepreneurs, Administrators, and supporters of the Creative Economy ❗️ CA For The Arts has released their "2024 Arts Advocacy Field Survey" and are in need of YOUR INPUT! Read more about the purpose of this statewide inquiry and participate at the link below... "The purpose of this survey is to help CA for the Arts pursue advocacy goals defined by the experiences, knowledge and aspirations of California artists, creatives, cultural organizations and arts supporters. Your participation in the survey is critical to our understanding of the needs of our field and developing and prioritizing policy solutions" https://lnkd.in/d-nc5euD

While there are countless avenues through which we communicate our differing perspectives in the world today, many of these platforms have become spaces where each individual remains in a feedback loop of like-minded beliefs. Our convictions are continually reinforced as correct and true, further limiting our willingness to listen to and consider others' views. As we all know, this breeds a dangerously volatile society. This is why the performing arts are crucial to the well being and prosperity of our communities, local and global alike. Whether as theater, comedy, or music, the performing arts bring together people from a wide scope of political, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. An audience can be composed of people of all walks, each with their own beliefs, but all with their ears open and eyes wide, not to mention their guards down. With no explicit political agenda or social cause to be fought for or against, this makes for a tremendous opportunity for the tie that binds to reveal itself - our shared humanity. A comic's stand up set that has you laughing at the absurdity of a stance you thought was yours; a scene in a play that moves you to tears by its cruelty before you have time to judge the situation as justified; a musician's concert that leaves you beaming in sheer joy in a sea of people who look nothing like you, other than your shared smiles - these are just a few moments that the performing arts bring us that have the power to undeniably influence the way we see the world and our place within it. This power can inspire curiosity and exploration where a closed mind once lived and ultimately have us relating to those we had so readily dismissed as wrong or "other". We need the arts to help cultivate empathy and imagination, especially at a time when we are becoming more and more rigid in our points of view and alienated from one another. I have been fortunate enough to work with organizations, such as Brooklyn Academy of Music and now St. Ann's Warehouse, who boldly bring to their stages art that ignites the courage within us to question, reflect on, and change the way we share our world. Our current production at St. Ann's Warehouse, Dark Noon, is one of such evocative pieces, spawning impassioned conversations after every performance. Audience members can be heard grappling with the plurality of history and complexity of cultural identity while marveling at the awe-inspiring use of video, lighting, space and sound, not to mention the breathtaking performances. https://lnkd.in/enxf9aRR As the arts are often deemed frivolous and as a threat to the status quo, arts organizations and programs are often the first to lose funding by governments. Thanks to the following post from The Public Theater, it will take you less than a minute to implore our local government to think twice about defunding ours. #PerformingArts #NYCarts #ArtsProgramming #NonProfit #ArtsFunding

Council buildings for community decision-making, including Senate, assembly, synagogue, and Greek bouleuterion, hold usually no more than five hundred participants. The personal interaction between them is of the utmost concern. They often have galleries for observer seating. 📍Philadelphia City Hall, Pennsylvania pg. 189, The Art of Classic Planning #councilbuildings #philadelphia #classicplanning #traditionalarchitecture

You can sign all of the petitions and email your representatives until the cows come home, but this workshop will teach you how to have a more substantial impact via the written word. We're talking about public commenting: what it is, how to respond to invitations for public commenting, and how to write an effective public comment.

Enhancing civic engagement empowers councils to foster trust, accountability and a strong sense of community. Explore types of civic engagement and how to go about implementing them: https://lnkd.in/exuc7DMM

It has only been a few years since Juneteenth officially became a United States National Holiday, so some companies may still be deciding how they can best integrate and celebrate this national holiday throughout their companies. Here are some ideas to help get you started: 1. Volunteer as a company at a local event 2. Sponsor a Juneteenth event in your community 3. Expand your company's DEI efforts 4. Invite a civil rights or racial justice professional speaker to come and talk to your organization Happy Juneteenth everyone! The original concept for this post, and some of the ideas were taken from this article: https://lnkd.in/gC5vYHkm.

What is freedom of speech to you? How much do you believe in freedom of speech, and how do you appreciate practicing your right? #civicengagement #community #buildingconnections #buildingcommunity #trusttheprocess #participation

The Foundation of Our Values – JUSTICE! Advocating for Justice At the heart of my mission lies a deep commitment to fairness and equality. My journey is fueled by a resolve to confront and dismantle biases and inequities that undermine the very essence of justice. We champion initiatives that uplift marginalised communities and strive for social justice with unwavering dedication. Imagine a world where justice is not a distant ideal but a daily reality, this vision begins with us. We stand firm in our belief that injustice must be addressed, regardless of who is behind it. Our courage is reflected in our ability to uphold our values with consistency and fairness, ensuring that justice is applied universally and equitably. Our approach is anchored in collaboration, innovation, and relentless commitment. We aim to set a new benchmark for excellence in embodying these values. By demonstrating integrity and accountability in all our actions, we seek to inspire others to join us in creating a world where Safety, Truth, and Justice are principles and lived experiences for everyone. Thanks for coming along for the foundation of my values that drive The Good Warrior, My Music and every endeavour I undertake. What are your values? Do they permeate every aspect of your life? #values #leadership #inspire #mentor #thegoodwarrior #keynote #artist #Advocate #justice

In 2022, the Rozsa Foundation received feedback from our community suggesting that as a private foundation, we could play a significant role in advocating for increased government support for the arts sector. This resonated with our values and vision, leading us to allocate more resources to arts advocacy. We've been active in advocacy at all levels of government, from local to federal. We've joined initiatives like the Nonprofit Vote and the Canadian Arts Coalition, and we've invested in our own knowledge through professional development programs. Recently, there have been positive steps in Alberta, with the government announcing increases in funding for the arts. This is encouraging news. Moving forward, we plan to stay connected with relevant government ministries and continue advocating for the arts sector. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gA3jfNaC And don't forget, the dialogue series question for the week is: We want to hear from the community about what they think are important issues for government attention in the arts sector. What are your public policy priorities? Let your voice be heard! In case you missed out on what the 'Dialogue' series is, it is where we take a thought-provoking question or idea from our latest newsletter article and toss it out to our community, asking: 'What's your take? We invite you to dive in however you like! Share your thoughts by commenting, sending messages, recording audio clips, or emailing us —whatever suits you. 'Dialogue' is about your perspective on topics that impact the community. Your thoughts are the heartbeat of this series, so we encourage you to engage! . . . #rozsafoundation #artadvocacy #dialogue #art #artists #yycarts #alberta