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Los Angeles County’s Arts for Justice-Involved Youth program is helping transform lives by using the arts as a tool for healing and rehabilitation. This initiative, part of the landmark Creative Recovery LA program, offers justice-involved youth opportunities to express themselves, heal from trauma, and develop skills for brighter futures. From trauma-informed workshops in music and visual arts to creative writing programs, these efforts give young people a chance to reconnect with their communities and imagine new possibilities for their lives. Truly transformational work takes place with these creative modalities. Arts have the power to heal, connect, and inspire. But programs like these need our support to grow and reach more youth. Here’s how you can help: • Spread the Word: Share this post to help raise awareness about the importance of art-based healing programs. • Advocate for the Arts: Support funding for arts initiatives in schools and communities by reaching out to local representatives. • Learn More: Explore the transformative impact of Creative Recovery LA and how it supports vulnerable youth here: https://lnkd.in/g7DhrfaQ Together, we can champion the power of the arts to create lasting change. Let’s start today by sharing this message and supporting the future of these programs. #CreativeRecoveryLA #ArtsForYouth #HealingThroughArt #CommunityAction

I am so excited that "Towards a Culture of Access: Part II" is now available! As an author of this report and survey, I am grateful to Open Door Arts for dedicating the time and resources to this research. This report is an important follow up to the original "Towards a Culture of Access" report we published in 2022. This collective research illustrates the state of accessibility in the arts and culture sector in Massachusetts, with resources and analysis applicable across state lines. Both reports can be accessed, here: https://lnkd.in/ewPZcrSS

When the top reason why members join a society are for gaining access to their community, how do you quantify the value created by engendering a sense of belonging and connection? We explore how societies can articulate and measure the value they provide: https://ow.ly/9crK50SqJEG

Today we celebrate Juneteenth—a day of freedom, resilience and unity while honoring history, embracing progress and celebrating liberation. This is also a day of education, reflection and a reminder of the work there is to do toward achieving racial equality and ending systemic racism. At Meritain Health, we’re continuing to work to address health disparities in the Black community by providing easier access to care, lower cost of care and 24-hour support—today and everyday. https://lnkd.in/gUPqgCjZ

Part 1 of 6 series ### The Beauty of Perspective: Disabled People Looking into the Sunset The imagery of disabled individuals gazing into the sunset evokes a profound sense of contemplation and hope. It symbolizes the intersection of resilience, beauty, and the human experience. As the sun dips below the horizon, casting vibrant hues of orange, pink, and purple across the sky, it serves as a reminder that every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn. This essay explores the significance of this image, highlighting themes of inclusion, the richness of diverse perspectives, and the broader implications for society. https://lnkd.in/gR-G7TC8

Bringing people together through community arts and creativity projects could help build more cohesive communities in the wake of this summer’s riots, according to new British Future research. The ‘Creating Connections’, report, published today by British Future supported by University of the Arts London, finds that 80% of people are interested in participating in arts and creative activities – while only 53% did so over the last year. Getting more people involved in community arts can help address the urgent need to bridge divides in our society, the research argues. Arts and creativity projects promote social mixing between people from different backgrounds, which experts say is crucial to breaking down fears and prejudices. Around half of those who have taken part in a creative arts activity over the last year said it helped them to meet people from different backgrounds. The report calls on the government to ensure that the role of the creative arts is part of a new, comprehensive strategy on social connection and community cohesion in response to this summer’s violent racist disorder. It also highlights the important role that cultural programmes linked to major events – like VE Day 80 next year and the UK hosting the Euros football tournament in 2028 – can play in bringing people together across the nation. You can read the report here: https://lnkd.in/eQr6mav6

How are artists living and working in our region really doing? Our latest research report offers a comprehensive look into artists’ quality of life, career accomplishments and barriers, equity and access, and funding resources. “As our region continues to tackle issues of equitable development, affordable housing, and more, we hope this data will support the conversation around how artists can and must be included in those conversations.”

Get ready to challenge your perceptions! 🌈 In this manifesto, Ashley Shew, Associate Professor in the Department of Science Technology and Society, reshapes the narrative around disability and technology. 🚀 🌍 The future is undoubtedly disabled, and it's time to embrace it. Let's shift our perspective and see disabilities not as limitations, but as valuable skill sets shaping our world. 💡 Learn more about the book here: https://lnkd.in/e8XkBUm8

National Minority Health Month is observed each April to highlight the importance of improving health outcomes and reducing disparities for racial and ethnic minority groups. McLaren is committed to caring for each patient regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or background and responding to the evolving needs of our community, advocating for changes that improve access to care regardless of socioeconomic status and driving changes that reduce disparities in care. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion: https://lnkd.in/gE-YT3zE

National Minority Health Month is observed each April to highlight the importance of improving health outcomes and reducing disparities for racial and ethnic minority groups. McLaren is committed to caring for each patient regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or background and responding to the evolving needs of our community, advocating for changes that improve access to care regardless of socioeconomic status and driving changes that reduce disparities in care. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion: https://lnkd.in/gE-YT3zE