ERA NOW (Equal Rights Association), Arts for Vets, and the Women's Fund (a component fund of the Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks and Region) invites you to join them for "Inspire Inclusion: An Art Show Celebrating International Women's Day" (IWD). The Opening Reception will be a joyful celebration of women with appetizers, beverages, dynamic discussion, and live music provided by Tamara Bertram.
The 2024 IWD theme is "Inspire Inclusion," and participating artists will have considered the following information provided by IWD when they submitted works for this show:
When we inspire others to understand and value women's inclusion in all sectors of society, family, business and culture, we forge a better world. And when women themselves are inspired to be included, there's a sense of belonging, relevance, empowerment, and conscious acknowledgment of all the contributions women provide to make the world a better place.
When women aren't present, we must ask: "If not, why not?"
When women are discriminated against, we must call out poor practice.
When the treatment of women is not equitable, we must take action.
When women's contributions are not acknowledged and celebrated, we must create opportunities to do so.
And we must do this each time, every time.
To truly include women means openly embracing their diversity of race, age, ability, faith, body image, and how they identify. Worldwide, women must be included in all fields of endeavor.
KEY INFO:
Opening Reception: March 8, 5:00-7:30
Show opening on International Women's Day
Show Run Dates: March 8 to March 31, 2024
Location: Grand Forks Arts Center operated by Arts for Vets
215 N 3rd Street, Grand Forks, ND 58203
Grand Forks Studio Artists Featured: Becca Cruger, Jessica Woods, Laura Slaathaug, Ra’Chel Alexander, Senta Lauren