How many times have you heard people say that the arts are “not for me?” Not for people who look like me, make a certain wage, et cetera? If we claim that the arts are for all, we need to understand the history, context, and reality of such claims.
How many times have you heard people say that the arts are "not for me?" Not for people who look like me, make a certain wage, et cetera? If we claim that the arts are for all, we need to understand the history, context, and reality of such claims. Let's have a frank and future-driven discussion about why the arts are perceived as elitist.
Lunch provided.
ABOUT THE DEAI WORKSHOP SERIES
The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council offers this workshop series focusing on diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI), hosted by GPAC Diversity Catalyst Cecile Shellman. Cecile (she/her/hers) is a long-time advocate for DEAI practices in the arts. This series hopes to unite the Pittsburgh arts and culture community and the public to discuss “uncomfortable” topics that must be unpacked and addressed to support a vibrant and equitable city of arts.
GPAC Member $5.00
Non-Member $10.00
Phone: (412) 391-2060
Email: info@pittsburghartscouncil.org
2020/02/26 - 2020/02/26
The Big Room at the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council
810 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
How can we help you fully participate?
GPAC is committed to making its programs accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service (i.e., ASL; Open Captioning; Audio Description; digital, large-print or Braille materials, etc.) to fully participate, please contact Juan ( info@pittsburghartscouncil.org or 412-391-2060 ext. 230) at least two weeks prior to the event. If an accommodation would be helpful and the lead time is less than two weeks, please let us know so we can make every effort to help you fully participate. To learn more, check out our Accessibility at GPAC page.
GPAC's offices and Big Room event space are wheelchair accessible including elevator service and accessible restrooms. GPAC also welcomes all visitors with assistance animals.