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SUMMARY:Kootenay Art Connect: Online conversation for arts organizations
DESCRIPTION:Join us to tell us your needs and what you can offer to arts and culture in the Kootenays! \nIf you’re an artist or represent an arts and culture organization in the Kootenays\, we want to know how we can support you. \nThrough a series of online and in-person conversations\, together we’ll be exploring questions like: \n\nWhat are your professional development needs?\nHow can we help you better network\, share knowledge and exchange resources?\n\nEveryone is invited to attend\, and the events are free. \nONLINE CONVERSATION FOR ARTS ORGANIZATIONS\nThursday\, June 8\, 2 p.m. Pacific / 3 p.m. Mountain \nArts administrators and staff have been working harder than ever to stabilize organizations over the past few years. This is a chance for arts sector colleagues to regroup\, assess where gaps continue to exist within our systems of support\, and map out how we can help each other to serve artists and audiences more sustainably. \nJoin us for an online discussion\, facilitated by Kallee Lins\, Executive Director of the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council. \nTo save your spot and get on the list for more info\, REGISTER HERE. \nView additional options here.
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SUMMARY:Kootenay Art Connect: Online conversation for BIPOC artists and administrators
DESCRIPTION:Join us to tell us your needs and what you can offer to arts and culture in the Kootenays! \nIf you’re an artist or represent an arts and culture organization in the Kootenays\, we want to know how we can support you. \nThrough a series of online and in-person conversations\, together we’ll be exploring questions like: \n\nWhat are your professional development needs?\nHow can we help you better network\, share knowledge and exchange resources?\n\nEveryone is invited to attend\, and the events are free. \nONLINE CONVERSATION FOR BIPOC ARTISTS AND ARTS ADMINISTRATORS\nMonday\, June 12\, 2 p.m. Pacific / 3 p.m. Mountain \nThis session is specifically for BIPOC artists and arts administrators. What are our dreams for arts in the Kootenays? What could a regional arts future look like that includes many more voices? What are the particular barriers we face in accessing arts funding and opportunities? This is a space for us to imagine together\, discuss our needs and celebrate our offerings. This session is open to artists and administrators who work in any medium. \nTo save your spot and get on the list for more info\, REGISTER HERE. \nThis session is facilitated by Carla Stephenson\, Lead Project Director of Rural Arts Inclusion Lab (RAIL). \nView additional options here.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-art-connect-online-artists-deserving-justice-and-equity/
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SUMMARY:Kootenay Art Connect: In-person West Kootenay gathering
DESCRIPTION:The event is full and registration is now closed. Email outreach@wkartscouncil.com to be added to the waitlist.  \nIt’s time we had a talk! Join fellow artists\, performers\, writers and cultural organizers for a meet-up. The West Kootenay Regional Arts Council and Arts BC have partnered to create two gatherings – one in the East Kootenays and one in the West Kootenays. \nThis will be a great opportunity to participate in professional development activities focused on equity\, diversity and justice facilitated by Carla Stephenson of Rural Arts Inclusion Lab. Connect with representatives from the BC Arts Council\, Arts BC\, and your peers across the sector. Be inspired by artists and organizations as they share their sustainability stories and strategies\, and inform WKRAC about your current strengths and obstacles to help us develop responsive regional supports. \nCome to create new relationships with artists and arts organizations and strengthen existing ones! \nSpace is limited\, so reserve your spot soon! Lunch is provided. \nIn-person West Kootenay gathering: Tuesday\, June 20\, Taghum Hall\, Taghum (near Nelson)\, 9:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. \nThis is a free event. Where the cost of attendance creates a barrier\, WKRAC has limited funds available to support travel and participation. \nView additional options here.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-art-connect-in-person-west-kootenay-gathering/
LOCATION:Taghum Hall\, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd\, Nelson\, V1L 6Y4
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SUMMARY:Kootenay Art Connect: In-person East Kootenay gathering
DESCRIPTION:Registration is closed. \nIt’s time we had a talk! Join fellow artists\, performers\, writers and cultural organizers for a meet-up. The West Kootenay Regional Arts Council and Arts BC have partnered to create two gatherings – one in the East Kootenays and one in the West Kootenays. \nThis will be a great opportunity to participate in professional development activities focused on equity\, diversity and justice facilitated by Carla Stephenson of Rural Arts Inclusion Lab. Connect with representatives from the BC Arts Council\, Arts BC\, and your peers across the sector. Be inspired by artists and organizations as they share their sustainability stories and strategies\, and inform WKRAC about your current strengths and obstacles to help us develop responsive regional supports. \nCome to create new relationships with artists and arts organizations and strengthen existing ones! \nSpace is limited\, so reserve your spot soon! Lunch is provided. \nIn-person East Kootenay gathering: Thursday\, June 22\, Centre 64\, Kimberley\, 9:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. \nThis is a free event. Where the cost of attendance creates a barrier\, WKRAC has limited funds available to support travel and participation. \nView additional options here.
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