Making It Better: Artists Advancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in their Communities
The arts are about making--at the intersections of creativity , collaboration, and new approaches to complex issues. In this panel moderated by the National Endowment for the Arts, hear from artists tackling inequities in their communities and the role of the arts in turning ideas to solutions.
Jax Deluca
Jax Deluca became Director of Media Arts at the National Endowment for the Arts in January 2016. In this position, she manages the NEA's grantmaking activities for arts organizations across the country working in media arts, which includes film, video, audio, web-based, and other electronic integrated media. Prior to joining the NEA, she was executive director of Squeaky Wheel in Buffalo, NY.
http://www.arts.gov
Amy Homma
Amy Homma oversees the development of digital media programs for radically inclusive audiences while continually pushing boundaries as to how museums can engage with audiences. Current Hirshhorn programs include the ARTLAB+ an afterschool program for teens which uses 3D design, video game design, digital photography, and maker themes to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
http://artlabplus.si.edu/
Luke Stewart
Luke Stewart manages the Union Arts Collective, organizes events under the title of Creative Music in DC, and hosts Creative Music Workshop, a series for improvisational musicians and experimental instrument-builders. Stewart is also the production manager for WPFW 89.3FM, and host of a bi-weekly, eclectic jazz show every Wednesday at midnight.
Desirée Venn Frederic
Desirée Venn Frederic defines herself as a social alchemist: creating new social compounds, gathering ideas, experiences, skills and resources in configurations that society is not naturally aligned to produce. She founded Nomad Yard Collectiv, a small business incubator for burgeoning vintage and antique dealers and local artisan goods, including jewelers, stationery and candle makers.
