Open call for applications from artists and cultural changemakers in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and the 23 Native nations that share the same geography, to participate in:
Beyond Green: The Arts as a Catalyst for Sustainability
Salzburg, Austria
February 19 to 24, 2016
The program will take place at Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzburg, Austria from February 19-24, 2016, bringing together a group of sixty participants from around the globe committed to
promoting social, economic and environmental sustainability through the arts and cultural innovation.
Participating artists will represent a broad spectrum of cultural expression and artistic endeavors – including visual arts, performing arts, indigenous arts, craft, literature, cultural heritage, food, fashion, architecture and design – and will come from diverse arts organizations such as cultural heritage institutions, collectives, theaters, music organizations and museums. Together, participants will explore how the arts and creative practice can become a particle accelerator– to shift mindsets, encourage better stewardship of land and natural resources, embrace new ways of sharing space and assets, and catalyze more creative leadership in the public and private spheres.
The Bush Foundation is funding scholarships for selected participants to participate in the five-day program, including the session fee, room and board, and travel costs. Salzburg Global will make
travel arrangements for the selected participants.
All applications and inquiries should be directed to Salzburg Global Seminar, bprasser@salzburgglobal.org, who will conduct reviews and make selections according to the terms and conditions described in the Criteria for Applicants.
Criteria for Applicants to Beyond Green: The Arts as a Catalyst for Sustainability
To qualify, all applicants must:
- Work in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, or the 23 Native nations that share the same geography, and have a valid passport.
- Have at least 1 to 3 years of professional experience in the cultural sector, creative industries, at an arts organization or institution, or as an artist.
- Demonstrate professional interest in the intersection between the arts and sustainability.
- Show commitment to creating social change and strengthening the position of the arts and cultural institutions within communities.
- Have a proclivity to communicate (social media savvy, etc.) and cooperate with others across sectors.
- Want to become an active member of a global network.
Application Requirements
All applicants must submit
- A cover letter including Last Name, First Name, Organization (if applicable), Job Title (if applicable), Brief Biography (400 word maximum), Website/Work-related Links (not more than three URLs).
- A brief personal statement explaining why the applicant wants to participate and how the program is relevant to his/her work (400 words maximum).
- Name and contact information of one professional reference.
- An optional CV may be attached as well.
Deadline
The deadline for applications is January 25, 2016.
All applications should be sent to: bprasser@salzburgglobal.org
Please include only the information outlined above. Salzburg Global will acknowledge receipt thereof. Applicants may be contacted for further information. Selected participants will be contacted and asked to register by February 1, 2016.
For more information visit http://SalzburgGlobal.org/go/561