LEAD is a unique space for developing best practices; sharing resources and information; engaging in conversations; and learning practical methods for designing inclusive arts experiences and environments.

There are a variety of formats to fit different presenting styles and topics – from day-long capacity building workshops to 80-minute conference sessions to 15-minute lightning talks.

Be a part of the 2023 conference program and share your knowledge and experience with the field.

The deadline to submit is December 2 at 11:59 PM Eastern.

This is where you can find information on what to consider as your proposal takes shape, some frequently asked questions, and a recording of our recent webinar: AccessLEAD: Tips for Proposal Writing.

Contact LEAD@kennedy-center.org or 202-416-8727.

If you have experience, knowledge, and expertise working with students with disabilities pre-kindergarten through grade 12, or providing professional learning to their teachers, you could become a VSA Program Site!                                                                                                                             
The Kennedy Center Office of  Accessibility and VSA seeks U.S. arts, education, and cultural organizations to provide accessible, arts-based education experiences to students with disabilities, transition opportunities to youth with disabilities, or professional development to educators of students with disabilities.

The deadline to apply is November 30.

Mentoring: Empowering the Community Through Connection
Wednesday, December 14, 3:00-4:00pm EST
Free for members, $10 for non-members
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Are you struggling with developing a disability mentoring program that has a real impact? Are you unsure of how to approach mentoring people with disabilities in the arts? Are you looking for practical real-world solutions that you can implement right away that yield results? Then this is the session for you.

In this interactive webinar, Dr. LaMondre Pough will present a fresh perspective on how to develop an inclusive mentoring program. This presentation will challenge participants to evaluate themselves as well as their organization to discover mentoring opportunities that make a difference. So come with an open mind and be ready to have this discussion about mentoring in a safe place.