Anti-Ableism Workshop for the Arts Launch

 

Join Arts AccessAbility Network Manitoba for the launch of our Anti-Ableism Workshop for the Arts on June 27, 2024 from 3-5pm at Winnipeg Art Gallery: Ilipvik Learning Steps 300 Memorial Blvd. 

 

At this event, AANM Board Chair Diane Driedger, AANM Executive Director Jenel Shaw, and former Senator and champion of the arts Patricia Bovey will discuss why anti-ableism education, advocacy, and action is crucial in the art world. 

 

You will hear how your organization can book AANM’s full Anti-Ableism Workshop, which covers the history of disability in Canada, the disability rights movement, disability and Deaf language and protocols, notable disability art organizations in Canada, famous artists with disabilities, and practical advice for creating accessible events.

After the one-hour panel, snacks and coffee will be available and the audience can network and meet with the presenters.

ASL interpretation provided. Free event, no registration needed.

 

When: June 27, 2024 3pm-5pm

Where: Winnipeg Art Gallery: Ilipvik Learning Steps 300 Memorial Blvd. 

 

And online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82102629547?pwd=C2FVG3AXAzPjjwDOGPnC911wkmUmkU.1

 

Meeting ID: 821 0262 9547

Passcode:123456

Poster Image Description:

 

A poster advertising AANM’s Anti-Ableist Workshop Launch. The main image, in the centre, is the headshots of three women: Patricia Bovey (sporting short white hair, red-rimmed glasses, and a cheeky smile), Diane Driedger (she has long wavey blonde hair, a blue blazer, and a serious, professional smile), and Jenel Shaw (backlit so that a golden light frames her long straight hair; she has a cheerful, carefree smile.) The lower portion of the poster provides details in plain black font: “At this event, AANM  will discuss why anti-ableism education, advocacy, and action is crucial in the art world. You will hear how your organization can book AANM’s full Anti-Ableism Workshop! June 27, 2024 3-5pm. Winnipeg Art Gallery: IlipvikLearning Steps 300 Memorial Blvd. Below, the funder appears: The Winnipeg Foundation.