Bloomingdale School of Music (BSM) and Creative Generation are pleased to announce their new collaboration to facilitate and document future plans for the work of the institution related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Against a backdrop of fear, division, hate, and anxiety, the team Bloomingdale School of Music knows that music can be a source of healing for us and our families. Our school’s mission is unwavering: to provide open access to high-quality music education to anyone who seeks it, regardless of economic status, ability level, ethnicity, or religious affiliation. The school is committed to upholding those values by collectively reflecting and continuing to take actions to cultivate an environment that is inclusive and celebratory of our community members’ unique backgrounds and culture through our Diversity Taskforce.
“Helping organizations as they navigate change is of the utmost importance, especially in 2021,” said Jeff M. Poulin, managing director of Creative Generation. “We, at Creative Generation, are honored to be a part of this process with Bloomingdale School of Music as they work together to envision their future.”
Creative Generation was founded in April 2019 as a research initiative and has grown its work throughout the United States and around the world. Through pioneering research in the arts and cultural education field – and the relentless support of arts and cultural educators in their work to cultivate the creative capabilities of young people – the organization regularly facilitates and documents organizational practices for institutions around the world.
“Bloomingdale’s diversity is one of its greatest strengths, it allows our students, faculty and staff to evolve and gain new insights through the shared experience of music” said Erika Atkins, Executive Director of the Bloomingdale School of Music. “As we begin to develop our strategic plan for our next chapter, our Diversity Taskforce will play a key role in making sure we are intentionally centering equity into that conversation.”
About Creative Generation
Contributing to the development of thriving communities and a more just world, Creative Generation works to inspire, connect, and amplify the work of young creatives who catalyze social transformation and those who are committed to cultivating their creative capabilities. Founded in 2019, Creative Generation operates four signature programs: The Campaign for a Creative Generation, the Institute for Creative Social Transformation, The Academy for Creative Leadership, and an Incubator for Creative Impact.
About Bloomingdale School of Music
Founded in 1964, Bloomingdale School of Music is dedicated to the belief that music changes lives and everyone should have access to high-quality music education regardless of economic status, race, religion, ability level, or gender. Bloomingdale is a music-driven community center where all are welcome to join and learn about music from top faculty. We are dedicated to our mission – to make music education accessible to all who want to learn – and remain focused on supporting this mission through our values.