| Did you know it only takes one? If you are an arts advocate, you already know how just one idea put into action can set the course for change. If you are new to arts advocacy, you might wonder how one person can impact decisions about the arts’ future in our state. You may ask yourself, “What is my role?” Arts advocacy can seem like a big concept but simply put, it’s about getting informed, meeting others who care, and joining with one voice to ensure that the arts flourish and are accessible to everyone. And WSAA|F can make sure your voice will be heard. | ||
| STAY INFORMED! We invite you to bookmark this site. Sign up for our e-alerts, and check our action alerts, e-news and current campaigns for the latest Washington State arts advocacy news. Contact us to arrange an advocacy training workshop for your constituents. |
How do you fit in? With just one click below, you can take the first step to learn how we can work together to give arts a voice in Washington State. Click on the title that best describes you:
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Express Yourself. Network with other artists by joining WSAA and attending our regional convenings. Help Us Help You. We can help strengthen your efforts by offering professional advice, advocacy training workshops and toolkits.
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Arts Administrator
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Know Your Industry. Become versed in talking about the value of the arts. Review our quick facts and in-depth articles to find talking points, detailed research and inspiration. Meet Your Peers. Join WSAA, participate in Arts Day and attend Cultural Congress to meet arts administrators like you, share your experiences and attend relevant training sessions.
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Train Future Advocates. Add advocacy exercises and components of our advocacy toolkit to your arts curriculum. Teach your students that future school arts programs rely on our efforts to protect the arts. Become involved with ArtsEd Washington.
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Increase Your Impact. You already support the arts. By donating to WSAAF, you help ensure the future of your favorite arts organizations and educate elected officials about the impact of the arts in our state. Spread The Word. Encourage your circle of friends to leave a larger legacy. They can also donate or get more involved by attending Arts Day and staying abreast of current campaigns.Perhaps you or they may know some of the key influencers or policy makers involved.
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Arts Volunteer |
Extend Your Efforts. You roll up your sleeves to help make your organization’s events happen. You can extend that passion by joining WSAA to assist with our events, or you can simply track the important arts issues and share this information with your organization’s administrator, board and other volunteers.
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Media
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Get The Scoop. You owe it to your audience to stay informed. Visit this site often for timely updates about arts legislation and lobbying activities. Know Your Source. Contact us as your resource for the latest information and insights on current activities.
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Gain A Public Voice. Place yourself in positions where your voice can be heard. Run for your school board or other local office. At the very least, speak up about arts issues at PTA meetings and your community’s town hall sessions. Contact us or ArtsEd Washington for advice on how you and your family can get involved.
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Policy Maker
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Get The Facts. More than anyone, you know how effective a united voice can be in affecting change. Staying informed about current arts legislation and lobbying activities keeps you in the know. Partner With Us. Contact us as your resource for the latest information and insights on current activities. Save The Date For Arts Day. Join us for this annual February gathering of arts advocates in Olympia to meet with legislators about arts and cultural issues.
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Educate Yourself. Put action behind your art. You can affect change by contacting your legislators and responding to our action alerts.
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