Nearly five years after the emergence of COVID-19, we live and work in a world transformed by the pandemic and the interrelated political and social crises it brought into high relief. The transformative power of creative experiences in helping human beings process trauma has never been clearer, and yet arts organizations still struggle to regain their footing, both financially and operationally. The growing field of arts in health, bolstered by innovative collaborations across academia and the private sector, provides essential new frameworks for measuring and articulating the societal value of the visual arts to consumers, funders, and healthcare professionals. ArtTable’s conversation will bring together experts in research, museum education, and artist partnerships to imagine a sustainable and equitable future for our communities and the vital organizations that serve them. Attendees will hear from leaders in the arts in health field and come away from this conversation with new frameworks for investigating and articulating the tremendous societal value of their work.

PANELISTS:
· Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya, Transdisciplinary Artist, Educator, and Community Builder
· Dr. Nisha Sajnani, Founding Co-Director, Jameel Arts & Health Lab | Director, NYU Drama Therapy Program | Editor, Drama Therapy Review
· Cris Scorza, Helena Rubinstein Chair of Education, Whitney Museum of American Art
· Moderator: Julia Hotz, Journalist and Author of THE CONNECTION CURE (Simon & Schuster)

The panel will be immediately followed by a networking reception.

*Registration closes Monday, Oct. 14*

The statements and opinions expressed by panelists, hosts, attendees, or other participants of this event are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of, nor are endorsed by, the American Alliance of Museums.