The Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) is seeking youth artists ages 16-19 to join 2023-2024 Washington Youth Arts Leadership (WAYAL) cohort.
Donor Name: Washington State Arts Commission
State: Washington
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Program
Deadline: 07/16/2023
Details:
The Washington Youth Arts Leadership (WAYAL) Program is a yearly cohort of youth and young adults (ages 16-19) from across Washington State. Young artists in the program explore arts and arts administration careers with mentors in the field. Youth leaders receive a stipend for their time and input.
What does the WAYAL cohort do?
- Explore career pathways in the arts and cultural sector
- Refine multimedia communication skills
- Engage with communities as an artist and critical thinker
- Gain understanding of the creative economy, arts funding, and related policy
- Build statewide youth-led community in the arts.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants/nominated youth must be:
- Between the age of 16-19 (at time of application)
- A Washington State resident
- Engaged in the arts (an artist!) beyond school-related assignments
- Interested in building leadership skills and working with youth across the state
- Able to attend (9) monthly seminars and a minimum of (3) events (local or online) throughout the year.
Selected WAYAL members must commit to:
- Attend monthly online WAYAL seminars (1.5 hours a seminar, time TBD)
- Consistent and proactive communication with WAYAL staff
- Contribute to collaborative WAYAL projects throughout the year (4-5 hours)
- Attend 2-3 arts leadership events throughout the year (virtual or in -person/local).
For more information, visit ArtsWA.
