Drawing on Access Alliance’s two decades of experience in arts-based practices, our team has developed a model to enhance newcomer mental health through the arts.
Hiring art based facilitators are essential for the sustainability for expressive art programs, read more on how to hiring an art based facilitator for your organization.
Implementing arts-based activities takes thoughtfulness and intention, read more about tips and tricks our teams have collected to improve art workshops, programs, and events.
Implementing artful check in and outs during programs can quickly breakdown barriers, bring laughter and enthusiasm for group gatherings, and provide a platform for trust building.
Button-making builds community through creativity while sharing key information. It sparks conversation, supports self-expression, and spreads messages beyond the space through wearable, community-made buttons.
