Ballot Question Offers to Make Philadelphia’s Arts and Culture Office Permanent

Philadelphia is poised to make its arts and culture office, Creative Philadelphia, a permanent fixture in city government via a ballot question next week. This is a crucial development for artists, signaling a sustained commitment to creative industries and opening doors for consistent funding and robust support. For emerging women artists, this illustrates the tangible impact local policy can have on artistic infrastructure. It serves as a powerful call to action: engage with your community’s political landscape and advocate for stable, long-term governmental support that can foster a flourishing and equitable arts environment for all. — Source: Artforum

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