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Explore insights into how high-performing arts organizations are serving communities of color in this report that reveals 21 organization's unique strengths, priorities, and challenges. From a focus on artistic standards to community engagement, these organizations have much to teach us. Dive into the full report from The Wallace Foundation for insights from leaders about their organizations' resilience and impact: https://lnkd.in/eQBqpAsf "A Spotlight on Organizations of Color" is based on a follow-up study to an earlier 2020 SMU DataArts study.

Do you know the way to AISNE's 2024 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference? Pan, the furry friend of author Stephanie Seales, is helping to point the way! Stephanie is joining a panel of fellow children's and YA literature authors to discuss how books shape and uplift us. At the conference? Share you pictures here on LinkedIn!

Among the many lessons reinforced over the past few years is the critical role our cultural institutions – from our museums and parks to science centers and the performing arts – play in American life. But with arts, culture, and humanities giving comprising just 5% of total philanthropy in the U.S., organizations must rethink the way they engage their supporters. Read our latest article by Changing Our World's Senior Managing Director, Nicholas Walsh, and learn about the four key trends and tips for arts and culture nonprofits in 2024: https://lnkd.in/eEHAg9cT

Check out this great article written by Nicholas Walsh!

Topic Tuesday: The Arts, from Frivolous to Fundamental... When did the ARTS become a four-letter word? You know, you get the 'not again' eye roll when you start the 'impact of the arts' conversation. 🙄 As nonprofit arts CEOs, we've all faced the frustrating challenge of conveying the profound impact of the creative sector amidst the sea of demands from donors. But here's the secret: To turn your arts advocacy into results, focus on showcasing how the arts are not just "feel-good" but fundamental for solving human service challenges. It's about weaving narratives that connect art with solutions, creativity with innovation, and culture with progress. Let's make 'ARTS' synonymous with 'FUNDAMENTAL' by relating the work to real-world problem-solving. Feel free to comment on how you went from frivolous to fundamental. #ArtsAdvocacy #FundamentalArts

“Anger can fuel activism, love drives solidarity, and empathy sustains resilience.” We couldn’t agree more with the powerful observations shaped by Andile Mnguni — WAFF Youth Delegate & Board Member and Study Ambassador Lead & Advisor — on the strength of young people’s emotions. By offering a broad range of practical examples, Andile shows how decision-makers and organizations can’t miss out on leveraging youth’s novel approaches to negotiation, campaigning, and storytelling. Discover how you can champion equitable intergenerational collaboration @ https://lnkd.in/dnJA_N2D We Are Family Foundation

Tomorrow, we honor Juneteenth, a celebration of resilience and freedom. Diversity and equity are critical components of SlateRx’s healthcare service offerings, not just today, but every day. As such, we seek to provide balanced representation and opportunities, and a sense of belonging for all our members and employees. Together, we bring these important values to life and continue to build a brighter, more inclusive future. As we recognize this national holiday, let's take time to reflect on the importance of equality and justice for all. Learn more about Juneteenth and its history here: https://lnkd.in/gqvPZFF

I am deeply saddened by this ~ This is an excellent brief on what has transpired:

"The reality is, doing the work [of diversity, equality, and inclusion / DEI] is as important as breathing. It should just be inherent to all of the choices that we make in our lives. It's not something that you cordon off, like, 'I'm going to do DEI from 2-3 and then I'm free for the rest of the day.' If you are truly doing the work you are incorporating an ethos of inclusion into everything that you do." https://lnkd.in/e7x6EmPG A really insightful and affirming (during a tiring week) conversation with authors Megan Pillow & Roxane Gay, hosted by the ever excellect WE CREATE SPACE, following the recent launch of their book 'Do The Work: a guide to understanding power & creating change'. The book seeks to address several major questions around this topic including: - What is power and who gets to have it? - What affects someone's power? - What can we do about power? - How can we empower others?