Disasters and emergencies are increasingly among the largest threats to the careers of artists and the livelihood of arts organizations. And with devastating weather-related events becoming more common, now is the time to develop plans for readiness, response and recovery.
Each interactive session includes presentations with question-and-answer
sessions. Registration is free and open to artists and organizations across
the country in a call to increase safe and secure conditions for the nation’s
arts community.
Register for one or more sessions:
APRIL 18
Meet the Field: Resources You Need in Times of Crisis
Who do you call when disasters strike? Jan Newcomb with the National Coalition of Arts Preparedness and Emergency Response, and Tom Clareson with Performing Arts Readiness, provide crucial resources and expertise to have ready in your emergency response toolkit.
MAY 23
Craft Emergency Relief Fund: A Support System for Artists
Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+) has been supporting craft artists for more than 30 years by providing support during difficult times. Through grants, training and resources, CERF+ is a conduit for safeguarding your practice as an artist. Ruby Lopez Harper, executive director of CERF+, and Cameron Baxter Lewis, director of grants and programs, will join us to share resources available for American artists to safeguard their livelihood.
JUNE 21
The 4-1-1: Making a Case for Disaster Funding in the Arts
Currently, there is no centralized data around disasters and emergencies in the arts. University of Kentucky researcher and instructor of Arts Emergency Management Leah Hamilton and Houston Arts Alliance Emergency and Disaster Response Director Lauren Hainley provide information on the importance of case studies and data collection to fully value arts in the future.
JULY 26
Disaster Declared: Resources for Arts and Cultural Institutions
When FEMA responds to a large-scale disaster, what resources are available for the arts? Lori Foley, Heritage Emergency National Task Force Director, provides guidance for arts and cultural institutions to advocate for federal support. Also, Elaina Gregg, emergency programs manager for the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation, explains assistance for cultural institutions during emergencies and disasters.
AUGUST 11
Two Disasters: A Kentucky Tale
Two of the worst weather-related disasters in Kentucky history resulted in significant devastation and loss for the arts community. Hear from those who experienced tornadoes and floods and how these organizations and individual artists are navigating the response and rebuilding process.
SEPTEMBER SESSION
Hosted by the National Assembly of State Arts Agency
Unexpected circumstances can cause devastating loss for communities and the organizations that serve them, from severe weather to technology failure to unspeakable violence. This session features three state arts agencies who lead their constituents after experiencing disaster in their states. You’ll learn how to ensure you and your constituents are not caught off-guard when tragedy strikes, but rather can step into action and help restore community well-being.
To see full descriptions of the series sessions, visit the Kentucky Arts Council website. Questions? Email KAC Executive Staff Advisor Emily B. Moses.
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