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Building Neurodiversity Leadership Capacity in the Performing Arts

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Opera Kelowna
Opera Kelowna
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Brianna Wells
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Academic experience or paid work
80 hours of work total
Participant
British Columbia, Canada
Advanced level

Project scope

Categories
Internal communications Organizational structure Databases
Skills
analytical thinking research leadership editing
Details

We week an exceptional writer and analytical thinker to help synthesize results from a qualitative self-study currently ongoing. Opera Kelowna is investigating and seeking to improve its internal business practices to better complement and support neurodiversity in our leadership team: specifically, an Artistic Director with ADHD. In August 2022, three company teams will report out on their iniatives, which have been undertaken with the support of a certified ADHD coach. In fall 2022, Opera Kelowna would like to craft an industry-facing report on the challenges and opportunities presented by neurodiverse artistic leadership in the Canadian Performing Arts sector.

Deliverables
  1. background research on the performing arts sector,
  2. assessment of company self study, and
  3. drafting preliminary 10-page report for review and editing.

This work has an opportunity to bridge with independent research and possible presentation alongside company leadership within the performing arts sector.

Mentorship

Successful candidate will meet regularly with the managing director and artistic director. Great opportunity to network within BC's arts & culture sector!

About the company

Company
https://www.operakelowna.com/
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Arts

Our Purpose
Crafting unique and inviting opera experiences in the Okangan.


Our Vision: A vibrant, innovative opera company that celebrates artistic imagination, reflects relevance for our time, and connects with our community.

Our Values:
Accessibility: we create opportunities for everyone to engage in opera.
Inclusivity: we are committed to inclusion and antiracism.
Imagination: we work passionately to develop unique operatic experiences that inspire and embrace the human spirit.
Collaboration: we are committed to strengthening our community and our art form through reciprocal relationships.
Integrity: we do what we say, we are accountable to our partners, performers, and audiences.
Education: we build appreciation for opera and capacity of our artists.
Sustainability: we are focused on building our organizational capacity and resilience for the long term.