Access/VSA
Employer
Community of Practice (ECoP)
A dynamic network advancing employment in creative careers for people with disabilities.
Join the Access/VSA Employer Community of Practice!
Designed for cultural leaders like you, this free online community supports the development of equitable practices that strengthen the creative economy. As a member, you can:
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Exchange information and share resources regarding hiring, retention, and workplace accessibility within arts and culture organizations.
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Contribute to best practices that foster competitive, integrated employment for people with disabilities in creative fields.
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Share success stories that demonstrate the value of employees with disabilities across the cultural sector.
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Explore apprenticeships, internships, and workforce development strategies that cultivate emerging talent in the creative economy.
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Connect with a national network of like-minded arts employers committed to fostering the diverse talents of employees with disabilities.
The group is supported by an E-list, newsletter, virtual gatherings, and professional development opportunities.
Because we want to expand the accessible arts-and-culture world, we’ve made this Network Group FREE to all. Please tell your colleagues about it. Let’s transform our future.
Membership in the Access/VSA Employer of Community is FREE, but a membership to the entire Access/VSA International Network offers you more news and resources, and provides more opportunities for learning and connecting with colleagues. Membership starts at just $30/year. Check out all the benefits here.
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If you have any questions about the Employer Community of Practice, or about the Access/VSA International Network, please don't hesitate to contact us at vsainfo@kennedy-center.org.
The contents of this Access/VSA Creative Career wepage were developed under grant H421F240164 from the U.S. Department of Education (Department). The Department does not mandate or prescribe practices, models, or other activities described or discussed in this document. The contents of this webpage may contain examples of, adaptations of, and links to resources created and maintained by another public or private organization. The Department does not control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of this outside information. The content of this webpage does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department. This webpage is not intended to represent the views or policy of or be an endorsement of any views expressed or materials provided by any Federal agency.