Registration Now Open for the “Creative Collaborations: Unlocking the Power of Community Arts Partnerships” Webinar

Date Published: October 22, 2024

Author(s):

National Endowment for the Arts

Registration Now Open for the “Creative Collaborations: Unlocking the Power of Community Arts Partnerships” Webinar — Attendees join hands during a dance activity during the Creative Forces Community Engagement Convening in Washington, DC at the NEA Headquarters. January 2023. PHOTO BY BRENDAN BANNON

Join us on Thursday, November 21st, at 1:00 p.m. ET for an in-depth webinar presented by Creative Forces®. This session will spotlight the unique partnerships between community arts organizations, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) clinics, and national networking organizations, illustrating how these collaborations can enhance an organization’s ability to create meaningful impact for both military-connected individuals and the broader communities they serve.

Participants will explore various forms of partnerships, including referrals and outreach, resource sharing, program design, and Veteran Services Organization (VSO) and Military Services Organization (MSO) networking. Real-world examples will highlight how VA and DoD staff can play a pivotal role in arts-based projects. The webinar also seeks to raise awareness of federal and national non-profit networks that can serve as effective partners in serving military and veteran populations.

Whether you are a grant recipient, an arts organization, clinician or community artist interested in supporting the military, this webinar is designed to inspire and equip you with the tools to start or strengthen your collaborations. Don’t miss the chance to gain actionable insights, connect with potential partners, and make that important first call with your future partners!

“The Creative Forces grant was a wonderful opportunity to really strengthen the relationship with the Birmingham VA…It provided a launchpad for building community with them, and reached a whole new group of people who can benefit from the power of arts and community.”
Kimberly Kirklin, Director, University at Birmingham, Alabama Arts and Medicine Program

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET, with additional time for Q&A afterwards
Location: Zoom; link will be provided upon registration
Registration: Advance registration is required
Cost: This event is free and open to all
Accessibility: Closed captions and ASL will be offered at this webinar. Should you need any other reasonable accommodation, please indicate that in your event registration by November 13, 2024.

Featured Speakers

Richard Casper, Co-Founder & Executive Director, (External link)CreatiVets
Andrew Colwell, Program Director, (External link)Center for Traditional Music & Dance
Kimberly Kirklin, Director, (External link)University at Birmingham, Alabama (UAB) Arts in Medicine Program

What You’ll Learn

How these collaborations can enhance an organization’s ability to create meaningful impact
How VA and DoD staff can play a pivotal role in arts-based projects
How to start or strengthen your partnerships

How To Register

This is a virtual event.

Registration is done through Zoom. Please fill out the required information.

Once registered, you’ll receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the Zoom event. A recording will be made available to all registered attendees after the event.