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FestPAC Returning in 2024 Arts<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n The 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture (FestPAC, the world\u2019s largest celebration of Indigenous Pacific Islanders) will convene in Hawai\u02bbi, June 6\u201316, 2024. The South Pacific Commission (now The Pacific Community – SPC) launched this dynamic showcase of arts and culture in 1972 to halt the erosion of traditional practices through ongoing cultural exchange. While originally scheduled to take place in 2020, FestPAC was the first major festival in Hawai\u02bbi to be postponed as the COVID-19 pandemic grew. This decision was made early on in order to prioritize the health and safety of Hawai\u02bbi residents and visiting delegations. The 2024 date maintains the four-year cycle of festivals while maximizing the opportunity for delegations to participate as their own Pacific island nations recover from the economic and social impacts of the pandemic. In March, WESTAF had the privilege of attending the 36th Meeting of the Council of Pacific Arts and Culture at the East-West Centre in Honolulu, Hawai\u2018i, as invited observers where we were able to learn more about the plans for the Festival.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n \u00a0alliances, advocacy & policy\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n WESTAF Supports NAPALI Fellowships<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n WESTAF is engaging states and jurisdictions in the region to field candidates for the National Pacific American Leadership Institute<\/a>\u00a0(NAPALI) who WESTAF will support to participate in the program. The Institute educates and trains emerging Pacific American leaders to build upon traditional cultural values in understanding, harmonizing, and applying leadership theories and skills necessary for achieving personal and professional growth, greater responsibilities, and a higher level of service to our communities and country.<\/span><\/p>\n Based upon the belief that Indigenous Pacific Americans have an established historical basis for their core values and norms and that they will act in accordance with them as long as these values and norms are relevant in today’s society, the course consists of a one-day multisite session prior to a 78-hour seminar conducted over a consecutive eight-day period in a setting conducive to learning, thinking, and sh<\/span>aring. <\/span><\/p>\n The curriculum focuses on empowering participants by helping them understand key cultural individual and collective Pacific American values; how these values shape attitudes and perceptions as well as fit into the dominant society; how they are expressed in leadership skills and practices; how to analyze universal leadership attributes, skills, and actions which increase the potential for success; and how to build bridges between cultural values and leadership skills for Pacific Americans and the dominant Western culture. As a partner of NAPALI, WESTAF plans to attend this year\u2019s Institute as a guest. <\/span><\/p>\n Learn More About the Fellowship<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n WESTAF Supports Oregon Arts and Culture Caucus Launch Event<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n The Arts and Culture Caucus was established to acknowledge the critical role that arts and culture play in the livability and prosperity of Oregon’s communities, enhancing the lives of its residents. Caucus members are in close communication with stakeholders; the Oregon Arts Commission, the Oregon Cultural Trust (and its Statewide Partners) and the Cultural Advocacy Coalition of Oregon on the latest research and issues. They establish priorities for arts and culture legislation, including securing a sustainable and robust funding mechanism for arts and cultural initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n The Oregon Arts and Culture Caucus Launch Event generated a tremendous amount of energy and enthusiasm, resulting in 14 more Oregon Legislators joining the Caucus. With a current membership of 23, it is now one of Oregon’s largest bipartisan caucuses. Watch a recording of the event to experience the excitement around the launch, attended by over 350 arts and culture enthusiasts. <\/span><\/p>\n Watch the Video<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”35″][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”35″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text] WESTAF Sponsors California Arts and Culture Summit<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n This year\u2019s Summit was held from April 17-18 in the bustling city of Sacramento. The California Arts Council, Californians for the Arts, and CreateCA, the statewide arts education advocacy organization, joined forces to bring forth this event. WESTAF Deputy Director David Holland moderated the opening session, \u201cLessons Learned: Reimagining the Creative Ecosystem 2.0.\u201d In this panel discussion, distinguished leaders from state and regional agencies, policy makers, and funders delved into the critical question of what we have learned in the past three years that transforms our approach to our work. Together, they explored how public investment and policy can affect transformative change and how to best support and center artists, creative workers, culture bearers, and creative entrepreneurs. The panel also discussed what’s needed to continue to build equitable investment in the arts. Panelists included California Native Consultant & Mewuk Basket Weaver Jennifer Bates, Kristin Sakoda (LA County Dept. of Arts & Culture), Tara Lynn Gray (California Office of the Small Business Advocate), Chelo Montoya (California Arts Council), and Mark Slavkin (Create CA).<\/span><\/p>\n Learn More About the Summit<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”35″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”35″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n social responsibility & inclusion\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text] 2023-24 TourWest Accepting Applications<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Exciting news \u2013 TourWest recently kicked off its 2023-24 application cycle! Applications are due by May 28, 2023 and will be reviewed by a panel of industry leaders on artistic and cultural merit, presentation of programs to underserved and\/or culturally diverse audiences, quality of outreach activities, and engagement and collaboration. Visit the application portal for details about the program, guidelines, important dates, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n Learn More and Apply<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n If you’re interested in learning more about the grant, you can check out a recording of our recent informational webinar on our YouTube channel.<\/span><\/p>\n Tune In to the Webinar<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Coming Soon: BIPOC Artist Fund Awardees<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n The Social Responsibility and Inclusion (SRI) team has completed a review of the results and is thrilled to share that the BIPOC Artist Fund awardees have been identified! Earlier this month, a team of 36 application reviewers read over 450 applications received for the fund and have identified 18 awardees, with one awardee per state and jurisdiction receiving an average award of $10,000 per artist. Made possible through WESTAF\u2019s MacKenzie Scott gift, the fund will include four virtual group coaching sessions to build on the plans shared in the applications of the awardees.<\/span><\/p>\n Thank you to our application reviewers for their dedication throughout this process and for helping us to recognize and celebrate the talent of these exceptional artists!<\/span><\/p>\n We can\u2019t wait to share our amazing awardees soon \u2014 stay tuned! <\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n LEADERS OF COLOR NETWORK UPDATES\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text] Just Launched: Leaders of Color Network Professional Development Fund<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Aimed at providing continuing opportunities to the network of alumni of the WESTAF Emerging Leaders of Color Program, the Social Responsibility and Inclusion (SRI) team recently launched the Leaders of Color Network Professional Development Fund. The fund will reimburse WESTAF\u2019s Leaders of Color Network members for activities and materials that they feel contribute to their professional growth. WESTAF has allocated $50,000 for the fund for this fiscal year and anticipates that awards will be funded at an average of $750 or the amount requested, if less. Having already approved two awards, the SRI team will accept applications on a rolling basis through September 1.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n WESTAF WEB SERVICES\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][image_with_animation image_url=”12044″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” img_link_target=”_blank” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” img_link=”https:\/\/www.callforentry.org\/”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] ZAPP Releases Guide to Equitable Jurying<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n In its latest blog, ZAPP is diving into all of the ways to supply visual artists with the most equitable application and jurying experience possible. As WESTAF and ZAPP continue to seek opportunities to learn about and promote equitable best practices, we hope this guide serves as a valuable resource for event organizers.<\/span><\/p>\n Read the Guide<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”10″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][image_with_animation image_url=”11367″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” img_link_target=”_blank” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” img_link=”https:\/\/www.callforentry.org\/”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] CaF\u00c9 March Spotlight: Trolley Barn Gallery<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n We are thrilled to highlight\u00a0The Art Effect<\/a>\u00a0at the\u00a0Trolley Barn Gallery<\/a>, an educational and youth development agency based in New York\u2019s Hudson Valley. Learn more about the Trolley Barn \u2014 constructed in 1873 \u2014 and the ways they serve the youth of the area in CaF\u00c9\u2019s latest blog.<\/span><\/p>\n Read About the Art Effect<\/span><\/a> [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”20″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text] Now Open: CaF\u00c9 All Over the Place<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n CaF\u00c9 invites all artists to submit artwork to their open call for entry,\u00a0CaF\u00c9 All Over the Place,\u00a0which explores the relationship to a particular place, community, or its impact on your identity. Selected artwork will be featured on\u00a0CallforEntry.org<\/a>, social media pages, and other spaces to highlight the thousands of artists who use the platform! This is an open call for artwork \u2014 all mediums are allowed.<\/span><\/p>\n Entries are due by 11:59 p.m. MDT on\u00a0April 30, 2023<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n Submit Your Artwork<\/span><\/a> [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][image_with_animation image_url=”9466″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” img_link_target=”_blank” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” img_link=”https:\/\/cvsuite.org\/”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n In 2019,\u00a0Colorado Creative Industries<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Denver Arts & Venues<\/a>\u00a0commissioned a four-year study on Colorado\u2019s film industry. Using CVSuite data to better understand the challenges artists in the film industry face, they created a report that dives into strategies and recommendations for closing the gap for artists impacted by these issues. 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As one of WESTAF\u2019s newest members of the online software, Guam CAHA joined other State Arts Agencies from across the region to use GO Smart to streamline, curate, and disseminate the agency\u2019s major grant cycle with the online system. This digital conversion projects to save the agency major expenses of staff hours, streamline NEA grant data collection, and expedite the panel review process with the Guam CAHA board to get grant dollars to artists more quickly. The majority of the conversion and translation is thanks to Guam CAHA\u2019s Program Coordinators, executive director Sandra Flores, lead program coordinator of the project<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0Joey A. Manibusan, and WESTAF consultant\u00a0Moana Palelei HoChing.<\/span><\/p>\n Visit Guam CAHA’s Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”20″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Share Your Images with GO Smart<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Are you a past or current client of GO Smart? Do you have images to share that showcase your organization\u2019s funding stories and experiences? GO Smart would love to highlight the great work you do and the projects you have funded on the website and in future marketing collateral. 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The presentation, Diligent Data: Promoting Equity and Accountability in Digital Collections, centers on addressing two guiding questions: How can we use our digital collections to activate the stories surrounding public art and public space? Additionally, how can our digital collections become dynamic tools to act as accountability measures, stewardship opportunities, and portals for engagement \u2014 rather than showing collections as static objects? PAA will showcase how it collaborates with artists and public art administrators to evolve cataloging practices and offer innovative ways to capture and depict data that can lead to impactful analysis and positive change in the public art field.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n WESTAF Community NEWS\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”50″][vc_column_text] Call for Entry: New Mexico Arts Prospectus #271<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n New Mexico Arts is seeking to commission one to four artists or artist teams to create and install artwork in specified areas of the McKinley County Courthouse rotunda in Gallup, New Mexico. 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In February, the Oregon Arts and Culture Caucus held its launch event at the Elsinore Theater in Salem, Oregon, thanks to the support of WESTAF’s State Arts Agency Innovation Fund. To further their mission, WESTAF has teamed up with experienced nonprofit\/association executive Claire Blaylock, who will serve as the Oregon Arts and Culture Caucus Liaison. Working together with local partners, WESTAF was instrumental in the recruitment process.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.westaf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/CA-Summit.png\")
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After an extensive search, the New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) has announced that Harold Steward (they\/he) will join the organization as the next executive director. Steward, a philosopher, strategist, and educator, is currently the executive director & cultural strategist at The Theatre Offensive (TTO). This Boston-based nonprofit organization presents liberating art by, for, and about queer and trans people of color that transcends artistic boundaries, celebrates cultural abundance, and dismantles oppression. They previously served as manager of the South Dallas Cultural Center, which provides instruction and enrichment in the arts, emphasizing the African contribution to world culture. Officially joining NEFA in July, Steward\u2019s appointment follows an extensive nationwide search led by a search committee working with Arts Consulting Group. Steward will succeed Cathy Edwards, who held the role from January 2015 until she stepped down in May 2022. Since then, NEFA has been led by interim executive director\/COO Jug Chokshi in partnership with deputy director, programs Jane Preston and other senior staff.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.westaf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/2023-Jazz-Masters.png\")
The 2023 NEA Jazz Masters Tribute Concert is now available to view on demand! Check out the YouTube playlist<\/a>\u00a0to view the concert, as well as video tributes to the honorees, illuminating their lives and careers. Experience their stories, music, and knowledge at the event marking the culmination of the 40th anniversary of the NEA Jazz Masters, which has awarded more than 160 fellowships since 1982.<\/p>\n![\"WESTAF](\"https:\/\/www.westaf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WESTAF-1024x411.png\")
The Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) is a nonprofit arts service organization dedicated to strengthening the financial, organizational, and policy infrastructure of the arts in the West (Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawai\u2019i, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, American Samoa, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), and Guam). WESTAF assists state arts agencies, arts organizations, and artists in their quest to serve diverse audiences, enrich the lives of local communities, and provide access to the arts for all. Through innovative programming, advocacy, research, technology, and grantmaking, WESTAF encourages the creative advancement and preservation of the arts regionally and through a national network of customers and alliances. <\/em><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”10″][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”30″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]WESTAF<\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0<\/span>www.westaf.org<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.westaf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/facebook-brands-300x300.png\")
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