Americans for the Arts

Can culture drive social change?      World Cities Culture Forum is calling on global cities to join Race Forward and Americans for the Arts’ first ever Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy!      It will take place from 27 September - 5 October, in cities in the United States and across the globe. 🌟     The initiative shines a light on the power of arts and culture to advance multi-racial democracies, with cities showcasing inspiring projects in their local communities.    World Cities Culture Forum is partnering with Race Forward to stand up for racial justice and make communities’ voices heard!  📢    How to join: https://lnkd.in/gzuWpCQw     #racialjustice #raceforward #culturalweekofaction #CWA24

We're thrilled that Your Brain on Art was included in Nicole Cromwell's Art of Healing boxes for her recent workshop with the Neuro Critical Care Nurses at Stanford University. While much of the focus in healthcare is on patient outcomes, it's crucial to remember that caregivers also benefit greatly from arts-based practices. These practices have been shown to reduce anxiety, depression, fatigue, and more, improving the overall well-being of healthcare workers who endure long hours in stressful environments. Studies funded by Americans for the Arts reveal that hospitals with arts programs report shorter patient stays and reduced staff burnout. With the World Health Organization projecting an 18 million healthcare worker shortfall by 2030, advocating for arts and neuroarts-based design in hospitals is urgently needed for the well-being of our healthcare professionals now and into the future.

📢 Upcoming Deadline! Don't miss your chance to nominate an artist or arts organization for a 2024 National Medal of Arts. Nominations are due 10/3/2024. For more info, visit: https://lnkd.in/dDA5ugZ2

Remembering is an act of resistance. With “Coming Home,” Vanport Mosaic is inviting you to remember the diverse cultural heritage of Portland’s Old Town neighborhood and re-imagine the future. The week-long celebration will showcase the neighborhood’s revitalization through historical exhibits, workshops, and art installations. Learn more about this exciting project participating in our inaugural Cultural Week of Action ‘24! #CWA24 🔗: https://lnkd.in/e4xz4QGT

The Board of Directors of Americans for the Arts (AFTA) is pleased to announce that the national search for a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is now open. The CEO Search Committee, led by AFTA board members Kristina Newman-Scott and ✨Theo Edmonds, is a diverse group of nationally recognized leaders in the arts & culture sector and beyond. Koya Partners | Diversified Search Group is AFTA’s search partner. Learn more about the job profile, committee structure, and timeline here: https://aftaceosearch.org/

👥 Meet the speakers of our National Arts in Education Week Webinar! On August 15, 2024 at 2 PM ET our speakers will go over all the information you need to advocate and take action during National Arts in Education Week from September 9-13. This is the third in a series of advocacy webinars for 2024.    Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference! Register now to ensure you're equipped with all the tools and knowledge you need to champion arts in education. 🔗 Secure your spot and learn more: https://lnkd.in/enpaJ36h 🎨📚  #ArtsEdWeek #ArtsEducation #Support4Arts | Americans for the Arts Action Fund

👥 Meet the speakers of our National Arts in Education Week Webinar! On August 15, 2024 at 2 PM ET our speakers will go over all the information you need to advocate and take action during National Arts in Education Week from September 9-13. This is the third in a series of advocacy webinars for 2024.    Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference! Register now to ensure you're equipped with all the tools and knowledge you need to champion arts in education. 🔗 Secure your spot and learn more: https://lnkd.in/enpaJ36h 🎨📚  #ArtsEdWeek #ArtsEducation #Support4Arts | Americans for the Arts Action Fund

👏 Great news for the arts! Recently, The House voted to protect funding for the National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities, rejecting $96 million in cuts that threatened vital programs. This is a major win for #ArtsandHumanities in the U.S. and is possible with the hard work of arts advocates across the country. This success was followed by the Senate allocating increased funding for both the National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities in the FY’25 Interior Appropriations bill. 📣 Advocacy WORKS! 📣 💬 Nina Ozlu Tunceli, Executive Director, Americans for the Arts Action Fund chats with Hyperallergic about the impact of this decision: “People were very pleased with bi-partisan support for the arts and humanities in light of everything that’s happening in the world right now.” Read more from Nina in an article from Hyperallergic: https://lnkd.in/ep76dWWv

Meet our 2025 Convention Member Committee! 👏 We received nearly 100 applications and are proud to announce the 13 committee members that will help shape #AFTACon 2025. These individuals uniquely represent the diversity of our Regional Arts Organization’s geographic area, as well as every part of the local arts ecosystem, both public and private, from artists to teachers to arts administrators, plus, Americans for the Arts and ArtsWave staff. This committee is tasked with developing the proposal application as well as recruiting and selecting presenters for the breakout sessions at the 2025 Convention. Thank you to all our applicants! 🔗✍️ Want to get involved with #AFTACon 2025? We are building #AFTACon programming in partnership with you, take our brief survey and help us select programming that speaks to you: https://lnkd.in/eGgJ6ikS

Prepare for National Arts in Education Week with Americans for the Arts and Americans for the Arts Action Fund! Register today for our webinar on August 15, 2024 at 2 PM ET where our speakers will go over all of the information you need to advocate and take action during National Arts in Education week from September 9-13. In addition to recognizing the value of the arts in education, we also encourage you to take action this year by: 📝 Writing to your state and local school boards 📜 Sharing resolutions that boards can adopt 📚 Reaching out to your elected officials to emphasize the significance of arts in education Register today to learn how you can effectively advocate for arts in education: https://lnkd.in/eWDSi_a4