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Where Does the Cultural Sector Stand on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?Cultural groups around the country are exploring diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, including the Cultural Alliance. As we dive deeper into this work, we wanted to explore what some other regions are doing. Recently, the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs conducted a survey of its recent grantees, evaluating for diversity and equity in New York's cultural workforce. Demographic data was collected from 987 organizations on race/ethnicity, gender, disability, age, job type, and level of seniority. Here are some key findings: NYC population vs. NYC nonprofit cultural staff
In evaluating the results of the survey, the Department has suggested some tactics to further diversify the city's cultural workforce, including leadership development pipeline programs, and learning exchange between smaller organizations and large. The Department of City Planning’s Theater Subdistrict Council is also exploring a funding opportunity of grants for the development and training of theater professionals, with preference given to programs that encourage participation from underrepresented groups; and the Department of Cultural Affairs is committing up to $1 million to fund proposals from members of the Cultural Institutions Group that support diversity efforts at their organizations. For more information on diversity, equity and inclusion for the arts and cultural sector, we recommend reviewing the artEquity training webinar, made possible with funding from the Mellon Foundation. You can also save the date for our #PHLArtsDiversity Twitter chat on Thursday, April 7.
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Cultural groups around the country are exploring diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, including the Cultural Alliance. As we dive deeper into this work, we wanted to explore what some other regions are doing. |
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The work of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance is made possible through the generous support of committed individuals and institutions. |