Defining my community commitment is challenging if "community" is defined as the ethnicity and cultural heritage I was born into. There are ongoing tensions between that community of origin and my current creative practice.
You do not have to demonstrate leadership or service to a community as defined by the ethnicity and cultural heritage you were born into. You choose and name the community or communities that you serve and that support your work.
We recognize that there are many complex histories that artists navigate, and our focus is on building supports for the BIPOC communities of Greater Houston. The review of your application will be focused on the impact of your service and leadership as it builds toward a thriving BIPOC arts ecosystem in Greater Houston.