SUPPORTERS STEP UP TO FUND DEI
"As both an alumna of Interlochen Arts Camp and Academy, I have known that Interlochen represents a safe haven for all young artists and creative thinkers by amplifying voices and nurturing self-expression from every corner of the world. Camp and Academy alumna Jerra Spence supports the DEI Fund with her passion for student diversity.
Jerra at Interlochen 1995, Jerra today
Supporting DEI at Interlochen ensures that efforts will be made to uphold this core value by strengthening connections, thinking expansively, and pushing the boundaries of the universal language of the arts. To progress as a community, we must embrace our diverse world. We must believe the world only does better by doing better together." — Jerra Spence (IAC 93; IAA 94-97)
"As long as there are race-based barriers to arts education, exposure, and participation, the relevancy and vibrancy of our artistic culture suffers. Our hope is that this endowment contributes to deeper understanding and appreciation of the riches diversity brings to everyone." — Josie Raney and Brian Lund "In a thriving arts organization, if we want to be the best, it is necessary to recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion as we move toward full transformation. Being the best means utilizing transformation to build stronger hearts, sharper minds, and amazing art." — Esther Triggs, Associate Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Camp and Academy parents Brian Lund and Josie Raney are passionate about bringing in guest artists to promote racial diversity, inspiring them to establish the Visiting Artist Cultural Equity Endowment this year.
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