Valerie Blau’s Post

Here is an update on how fieldwork for the Vital Arts project is coming along. I have especially loved my time with The Push, ATYP and L2R Dance! #creativeindustries #diversityequityinclusion #creative #intersectionalhumanities https://lnkd.in/egmvMrRE

If you are in the Sun Coast area make sure to check out the screening of the "It's Basic" documentary. View the trailer below!

#themargateschool #arteducation #designeducation #postgraduate #grassroot #sustainability #socialjustice #socialimpact #notforprofit #creativity #communityengagement #regeneration #margate A very insightful talk by Gillian Youngs PhD

Thanks to Ned Baier, AICP, Nousheen Rahman, Kristin Combs, MPH and USF Urban and Regional Planning for organizing last night's wonderful film screening and discussion. Thanks to Dayna Lazarus, AICP for as always asking the right questions. Planners talk about equity as a matter of ethics, but we don't always focus on what equity looks like in practice; discussing policy approaches like basic income guarantee programs is a great way to enter these conversations. And what great timing, the NPR Morning Edition show today featured a story about that program and -- surprise! -- efforts of some state governments to forbid cities and counties from participating. https://lnkd.in/eXAFAbke

Join my Workshop on March 27th to learn about building websites for creatives and artists! If you are an artist or creative services companies, you need a website that works for your goals and helps you reach new audiences. It can be daunting for many of creatives, and for many it can lead to having no website and no plan to sell your products or services online. I want to help change this. For only $10 you can signup for my upcoming workshop on creating a website. We will talk about what thinking goes into creating a website, the types of websites and platforms to consider, as well as my tips and advice on how to get started in building your website either by yourself or with a web design professional. I will be packing this presentation with tips and tricks as well as actionable steps you can take. Can't wait to see some of you there! 😁

New NACC Member Research 🖊️ A new report by The LBJ School of Public Affairs Professor Francie Ostrower sheds light on the artistic and fiscal challenges that 25 performing arts organizations encountered while seeking to build new audiences, yielding insights into approaches that worked, and those that didn’t. Overall, the findings suggest that while expanding audiences is possible, it may not always happen on an organization’s desired terms. Therefore, if organizations want to change how audiences engage with them, they must be open to changing themselves. This research was funded by The Wallace Foundation, and can be found in full at https://lnkd.in/gPAd8xHD. #art #arteducation #audience #sustainability

Looking to elevate the quality of arts in your youth programming? Check out this new report with actionable ideas and considerations for leaders and practitioners

⭐Time for Change⭐ In a world where education often feels stagnant, Kevin Dowsett, Artistic Director of Theatretrain, heralds a much-needed shift. As he submits his book to the House of Lords, he advocates for a seismic change in secondary education. From embracing creativity to fostering partnerships with theatres, Kevin champions a dynamic approach. To read the full blog, click on the link below or above in the bio! https://buff.ly/4cjdn80

Let's focus on another Impact Accelerator Participant! 🔍 Patrick Lonergan is the Vice Dean for engagement and student recruitment, and Professor of Drama and Theatre Studies in the University of Galway College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies. His research focuses on arts-based activism in Ireland and finding a sustainable solution to help organisations accelerate their climate actions. Read more below!  ⬇️ University of Galway #horizon2020 #horizoneurope #innovation #accelerator

📣🎨 Applications for our Council's Creative Communities Scheme are now open, so be sure to get yours in by Monday 18 March. The scheme, backed by Creative New Zealand, aims to increase participation in the arts, broaden the range and diversity of the arts available to communities and enhance and strengthen the local creative sector. Funding is awarded to projects, rather than the people undertaking the project. Successful projects will take place between Wednesday 1 May 2024 and Thursday 1 May 2025 and must meet at least one of the following funding criteria: • Access and participation – The project will create opportunities for local communities to engage with and participate in arts activities. • Diversity – The project will support the diverse arts and cultural traditions of local communities, enriching and promoting their uniqueness and cultural diversity. • Young people – The project will enable and encourage young people (under 18 years) to engage with and actively participate in the arts. Visit to find out more and see what projects have been funded previously: https://lnkd.in/gz3V_gSk To stay in the loop with opportunities and updates, you can sign up to our Council's newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gXdNKJCz