How This Big Arts Show Across 18 U.S. Locations Can Help Health
Forbes, 4.20.24
You may have heard people tell you that there’s an art to healthy living. Well, the Arts For EveryBody campaign has been aiming to show everybody how the arts can help lead to healthier people and communities. And on July 27, 2024, this campaign is going to put on quite a show. Or rather a bunch of shows coordinated together. That day, hundreds of artists, community leaders, and health professionals in 18 different cities and towns across the U.S. will come together to show for the first time a variety of large-scale participatory art projects and how they can improve the mental and physical well-being of everyone around them.
Take This Dance Class and Call Me in the Morning
New York Times, 4.17.24
Prescriptions for social activities, exercise and the arts — first popularized in Britain — are coming to America. But some experts say the U.S. health care system may get in the way.
“Places To Go, Things To Do, Mentors, Jobs.” Alachua & Gainesville Commissioners Discuss Solutions to Local Gun Violence
Gainesville Public Information Services, 3.26.24
The Gainesville Commission addresses local gun violence, discussing solutions such as mentors and job opportunities. Having collaborated with ONOP, focusing on community-based initiatives to tackle youth gun violence and promote well-being through mentorship and employment opportunities.
Meet the Artist Who’s Elevating Baton Rouge’s Creative Community While Painting Upside Down
Reveille, 3.25.24
Louisiana artist Michael Weary, renowned for his vibrant and abstract paintings, draws inspiration from his upbringing and surroundings, infusing his work with themes of identity and culture. His art, characterized by bold colors and intricate patterns, reflects his passion for self-expression and storytelling. Weary's journey began in his youth, fueled by his grandmother's love for art and his Louisiana roots. Through his paintings, he aims to provoke thought and evoke emotion, inviting viewers to engage on a personal level. Weary's work aligns with initiatives like Arts For EveryBody and One Nation, One Project, promoting inclusivity and community engagement through art.
Dreamer’s Foundation to Host Annual Evening of Elegance Ball in Gainesville
Gainesville Sun, 3.25.24
An annual ball event in Gainesville, sponsored by One Nation, One Project among others, provides intellectually challenged individuals with a fun and inclusive gathering to socialize and dance. This initiative highlights the supportive community atmosphere in Gainesville, fostering diversity and providing support for individuals with intellectual challenges.
‘Veterans for Peace’ in Gainesville to Hold Scholarship Contest
Gainesville Sun, 3.11.24
Gainesville's veterans group is awarding three $1,500 scholarships to local students from military families. Essays on honoring veterans are due by April 15th, with recipients announced in May. It's a tribute to their sacrifices and a boost for higher education.
A National Endowment for the Arts Research Lab
UF College of the Arts, 3.8.24
Introducing the EpiArts Lab, a pioneering collaboration between the University of Florida and University College London. Led by Dr. Jill Sonke and Dr. Daisy Fancourt, this initiative explores the impact of arts on health outcomes in the US, supported by leading organizations like the National Endowment for the Arts and Bloomberg Philanthropies.
How Can Arts Participation in Communities Impact Social Cohesion and Wellbeing?
One Nation/One Project's "Arts for EveryBody" initiative launches a pioneering national research study, led by Dr. Jill Sonke, to explore the impact of arts participation on social cohesion and wellbeing.
Investing in Arts and Culture for Healthy Communities
On March 27, 2024, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and One Nation/One Project will host a hybrid event to discuss equitable arts-based health programs, open to the public and media, with in-person and virtual participation options.
OPERA America Announces the Recipients of 2023 Repertoire Development Grants
Broadway World, 3.4.24
The 2024 Repertoire Development Grant recipients were selected from among 47 applications by a panel of industry leaders consisting of Kitty Brazelton, composer; Nataki Garrett, co-artistic director of One Nation/One Project and the national arts and health initiative #ArtsforEveryBody; Carolyn Kuan, conductor; Gene Scheer, librettist; and Mo Zhou, director.
Ward Touts Gainesville’s Accomplishments With Federal Funding
Main St. Daily News, 3.4.24
In the week leading up to President Joe Biden’s fourth State of the Union Address, mayors across the country are circulating op-eds to highlight funding their cities have received through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill (BIL) and other programs.
Bringing Art to Life: The Urban Health Plan's Vision for Community Wellness and Joy
Urban Health Plan's Arts for Everybody campaign unites 18 cities to enhance community well-being through art, offering hope and joy during challenging times.
Readout of White House Domestic Policy Council and National Endowment of the Arts “Healing, Bridging, Thriving” Summit on Arts and Culture in our Communities
White House, 2.02.24
“Healing, Bridging, Thriving: A Summit on Arts and Culture in our Communities” brought together leaders from various sectors, including government officials; policymakers; artists; advocates; academics; and philanthropic, labor, and community leaders. This convening built on President Biden’s 2022 Executive Order to Promote the Arts, Humanities, and Museum Library Services which outlined how the arts are essential to the well-being, health, vitality, and Democracy of our nation.
Groundbreaking Arts Summit Propels National Conversation on Healing, Bridging, and Thriving
National Endowment for the Arts, 1.31.24
Federal Agencies from Across Government Announce Initiatives to Strengthen the Country through Arts and Culture
Formas en que el Arte Mejora Tu Salud Mental que Debes Conocer
GQ, 11.15.23
La salud mental debe cultivarse con distintos elementos en la rutina, y el arte debe ser parte de ellos.
No Place Like Home
Kohala Mountain News, 1.26.24
What if the arts were a bigger part of community life? Would the outcome be healthier people and healthier societies? This is the question at the heart of One Nation One Project, a national arts and health initiative lead by a team of experts with the goal of leveraging the power of the arts to strengthen the social fabric in our nation and heal our communities. I have been selected, as a Kohala-born artist, to help answer these questions about the place we live in a national effort to speak from here, Kohala. Your help with this project will aid in defining our community.
Dream On Purpose Opens Enrollment for All Youth, Ages 11-18, For 8-Week Film Program
Alachua Chronicle, 1.26.24
Dream on Purpose is hosting “Filming with a Purpose,” an immersive, eight-week after-school program, dedicated to exploring the topic of youth gun violence under the supportive guidance of a mental health counselor, while learning about film production – all for FREE.
National Arts Summit Explores the Transformative Power of Culture in Our Communities
National Endowment for the Arts, 1.19.24
White House Domestic Policy Council and National Endowment for the Arts to Co-Host Event; Live Webcast Available to Stream