About this event

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Join DC Collaborative virtually for a peer-led discussion on how the collective efforts of the DC Black Arts community can support the next generation of creatives, artists, and cultural leaders. The conversation will explore the challenges currently faced, what steps need to be taken, and practical action items that can be implemented both at home and in the workplace.

Ashlee McKinnon, on why this conversation is important:

"DC's rich culture, heritage, and artistry was cultivated through poets, musicians, academics, performers, and activists, many of African descent. Gentrification and cultural erasure have caused the next generation to become disconnected from the legacy of these heroes. As a performance artist and teacher in the DMV area, it is essential to have the knowledge and tools to provide to our younger generation. The DC Black Arts community has come too far to not let our history continue."

Conversation facilitated by

Ashlee McKinnon, Director of Education Development and Partnerships at DC Collaborative