Join CIPAConnects and Authentic Arts and Media as we delve into the world of producing through the lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion. In this interactive session led by Beatrice Thomas, you'll get to know your fellow creative producers as we explore the core principles and practices that shape your production flow. Through quick rounds of reflective questions, we'll identify the top 3 features of your producing practice, the values at its core, and the strategies you employ to ensure equity and inclusion. We'll also engage in a critical conversation about the inherent inequities in the world of creative production and what we can do to change them. Don't miss this chance to grow your connections and skills while fostering a more diverse and inclusive world of producing.

How does a creative, independent producer navigate the conference, festival, and performing arts markets and ensure the most benefit for their particular needs? In our workshop CIPAConnect: How to Conference, you'll hear directly from the organizers about how these conferences and events support producers, as well as tips and tricks from CIPA producers / veteran attendees to make your conference experience successful at any level.

Moderated by CIPA Conferences Initiatives Leader, Cindy Sibilsky, featuring representatives from APAP, ISPA, and Under the Radar, with guest speakers Alisa Regas (Pomegranate Arts), Beth Morrison (Beth Morrison Projects), Monique Martin, and Tommy Kreigsmann (ArKtype).

Facilitated by Beatrice Thomas (Authentic Arts & Media) with special guests Daniel Jones (Kindling Arts, OZ Arts), Daniel Banks (DNAWORKS, Hip Hop Theatre Initiative), Thamara Bejerano (Open Scene), and Lala B Holston-Zannell (ACLU's Trans Justice Campaign Manager), we will instigate conversation about critical and urgent issues affecting LGBTQI+, BIPOC, and others who are currently artists under-fire.

Our upcoming CIPA Quarterly Membership Meeting is set for March 28 @ 6pm ET. Existing, new and prospective members are welcome! This is an informal drop-in opportunity to network, meet CIPA leadership and members, and share challenges and concerns. Our teams are working hard to make these meetings essential, accessible resources for Creative and Independent Producers.

Join us at the next quarterly CIPA, Creative & Independent Producer Alliance's Member Meeting on October 25 @ 6PM EST - we are working hard on making these meetings essential to your work and are excited about the highly relevant content you can expect from these pivotal gatherings, and the many new members who will be in attendance.