The arts and culture sector is increasingly called upon to reflect the breadth of the human experience. How can we, the arts and culture sector, remain bold and courageous in our DEI commitments while staying compliant with shifting policies?
I just got back from the 2025 ACDA National Conference, and wow—what a journey it’s been. Serving as Chair of the Diversity Initiatives Committee since May 2020, I’ve had a front-row seat to some of the most transformative years in ACDA’s history.
March is Music in Our Schools Month—but this year, it’s more than a celebration; it’s a call to protect a vital part of education. In times when the Department of Education is being threatened, how do we guarantee the continuation of music education in our schools?
Organizations are scrambling to understand what these changes mean and how to remain compliant while upholding their commitment to DEI. This article breaks down practical steps for navigating the new landscape.
A good fighter knows when to stand firm and when to move. In many ways, organizations committed to DEI now find themselves in that very position.
Recent political shifts, including executive orders targeting DEI initiatives, have left many performing arts organizations questioning how to sustain and protect their progress.
It is crucial to remember that Dr. King’s work extended beyond his calls for racial harmony to encompass a transformative vision of society—one that performing arts organizations can and should embody in their work today.
Black leaders often face deep structural barriers such as disparities in resource acquisition and allocation, amassing the social capital required to build relationships with funders, and finding spaces for peer networking and support.
Organizations with pre-existing commitments to ADEI should be aware of these shifts and be prepared for weather-proofing their investments in 2025.
The winter holidays hold important lessons about fostering Access, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) within our communities and professional ecosystems.
