The Access/VSA team is gearing up for the 2025 LEAD Conference taking place August 18-22 in Cleveland, Ohio. This is the 25th anniversary of LEAD, our annual gathering which offers cultural accessibility solutions, ongoing learning, support, camaraderie, and inspiration around arts and disability. LEAD started out with 20 people in a rehearsal room talking about ways to make the arts more accessible and inclusive. The conference has now grown into nearly 1,000 attendees from a wide variety of organizations and we can't wait to see you all in Ohio this summer! ?? Mark us on your calendar for Aug 18-22, 2025 ?? Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, OH ??? Registration will open in April ??? Hotel details will be announced soon Questions? DM us any time or head to accesslead.org!
Access/VSA International Network
老弱病残服务
Washington，District of Columbia 409 位关注者
We connect a vibrant community working towards the full inclusion of people with disabilities in cultural endeavors.
关于我们
The Access/VSA International Network is an active global community that shares best practices in arts access, brainstorms solutions to common (and uncommon) issues, and blazes an accessible path to the world of arts and culture. The arts and culture accessibility movement has always been strong, led by passionate and innovative administrators, teachers, artmakers, and organizations. But for years those leaders lacked the connection to share challenges and successes and the opportunity to build and improve on each other’s work. There was no center of learning, no coordinated “arts access field,” no standard for access. The disability rights movement and advent of federal disability rights laws helped change that situation, propelling arts and disability supporters to connect and learn from each other. The Access/VSA International Network is built on the shoulders of those pioneers. We offer the opportunity to support and learn from each other through in-person convenings, online learning, and lively listservs. We cross-pollinate new ideas. We illuminate the work of artists with disabilities and exemplify arts access—and the need for it—to the larger world. We provide a space where small grassroots organizations can connect with large established institutions, and experienced experts can mentor people new to the field of arts access. We organize, drive, and bring credibility to that field by innovating, creating shared resources, exploring and establishing global practices. We harness our collective experience, knowledge, and passion for access to arts and culture to shape the arts access movement, and to move it forward from access to inclusion.
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Accessvsa.org
Access/VSA International Network的外部链接
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- 老弱病残服务
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- 2-10 人
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- Washington，District of Columbia
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- 非营利机构
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- 2020
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- disability、cultural arts和education
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2700 F St NW
US，District of Columbia，Washington，20566
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CALL FOR ART: The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC is seeking artists with disabilities ages 16-25 for the Access/VSA Emerging Young Artists Program! 15 winners will receive a $3,000 award, professional development workshops, and a trip to Washington, DC for the launch of the exhibit at the Kennedy Center. Learn more or apply by Feb. 28 at https://lnkd.in/gMQfpKZD!
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Applications are OPEN for our 2025 Access/VSA Emerging Young Artists Program at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts! Disabled artists ages 16-25 who reside in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. Winners receive a $3,000 award, professional development workshops, and inclusion in the program public exhibit at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Apply by Feb. 28, 2025 at https://lnkd.in/eK5QbTcS!
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We are thrilled to share that our Director, Betty Siegel has been appointed to the United States Access Board! From the US Access Board: On December 6, 2024, President Joe Biden appointed a new member to the U.S. Access Board: Betty R. Siegel, of Virginia. Betty as a newly appointed member brings a diverse range of knowledge and experiences—spanning the arts and culture, emerging assistive technology, inclusive customer service, and disability rights. Betty Siegel is Director of the Office of Accessibility and VSA at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. A recognized leader and expert in disability and accessibility practices within the arts and culture sectors, she has worked nationally and internationally to support the rights of individuals with disabilities of all ages and backgrounds to engage fully in theaters, museums and other public spaces. Congratulations Betty! ?
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Executive Director/CEO World Institute on Disability I Forbes 50>50 I UN Early Warnings For All Advisory Panel l Chair US HHS Natl Adv Com on Individuals with Disabilities and Disasters & Member Long COVID Advisory Comm
Please apply for our second cohort!
Happy New Year! Applications for the 2025-2026 Global Heumann Fellowship are now open! For this cohort, we’re seeking applications from disability-rights advocates and leaders within your choice of one of the three following focus areas: 1. (Accessible & Inclusive) Early Warnings for All: research on inclusive early warning systems that prioritize accessibility, ensuring timely and equitable disaster response. 2. (Accessible & Inclusive) AI & Technology: research on AI and technology solutions designed with and for people with disabilities or fostering innovation that incorporates universal accessibility. 3. Disability-Led Systemic Change: research on systemic change driven by the leadership and expertise of people with disabilities to create a more equitable and inclusive society. A special thank you to Wells Fargo for their continued early support and funding of this next cohort! For more information about the Global Heumann Fellowship, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dJfZjEVe
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Blind singer-songwriter and guitarist Raul Midon is nothing if not prolific. His 14th and latest album Lost & Found is a blend of what he calls “smooth folk,” “alt-pop,” and “jazz.” Join us Friday, January 10 at 6:00 p.m. ET for a FREE in-person and live streamed concert at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts This performance will be open captioned. https://lnkd.in/ek63BGzu
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We are hiring!
Leading accessibility to theaters, museums, parks, historic venues and public cultural spaces for people with disabilities of all ages.
I'm hiring for the role of Administrative and Grants Manager! Are you passionate about budgets, reporting, and ensuring smooth operations? Join us in supporting a remarkable project that aims to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities seeking employment in the creative field! Apply here: [Link to Job Posting](https://lnkd.in/gJUBCTHG)
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As creatives, we all love the artistic process. But to be a working artist, it also requires switching on our administrative brains to accomplish the nuts and bolts of business tasks…which can be overwhelming. This session will explore some fundamental business basics of being a creative, from higher level visioning (like setting measures of success and identifying your essence), to specific and tangible tasks (like professional training, resumes, headshots, websites, residences, etc.). Join our newest artist mentor, Regan Linton, Thursday, January 22 from 2-3 p.m. ET. This is a FREE event, for Access/VSA Network members only. Register now at accessvsa.org/learn!
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“Bode credits much of this intentionality to disability coordinator Chantelle Nassari, who evaluated all aspects of the film set to make sure it was accessible for wheelchair users (like herself and actor Bode) and anyone with any access needs in the cast and crew.” https://lnkd.in/eVyWc2AF
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We are currently seeking a Summer 2025 intern for our office! Throughout this program, interns will: ? Participate in seminars with senior staff members on a variety of arts administration topics. ? Attend cross-departmental meetings to understand the workings of a matrix organization. ? Conduct informational interviews with staff members in any of our 13 departments. ? Creatively collaborate with fellow interns on capstone project. ? Work alongside innovative arts leaders to achieve their own professional career goals. The ideal Accessibility and VSA intern is interested in learning about all facets of arts management and has an interest in working with individuals with disabilities towards cultural inclusion. They should have clear goals they want to achieve through the internship experience but also be open to exploring new ideas/pathways towards personal and professional growth. Ideal candidates must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. Apply by January 10, 2025 at https://lnkd.in/e-NmnSJV
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