What would it take to move forward in this area?
* Want to distinguish “mentorship” in a way that exchanges ideas, not hierarchy
* Identify different art positions/paths within the arts
* Raw/honest conversations with artist/admin about how they reached their current position;
challenges and obstacles
* Find out what mentees can benefit from; be specific
* Give mentees skill set assessment
* Include mentorship in organization’s mission statement
* Including a professional development in a budget
* Matching skills assessments/identify mentor
* Identifying outcomes
* Mentorship=knowledge; peer-coaching=support
* Investing and supporting people and education
* Technology- to connect & engage social network
I’m interested in mentorship and support around financing creative projects, travel, residencies and education. Currently I am looking for graduate school programs (MFA/PHD) in dance and would like to meet like minded artists who are performers and community activists.