On this episode of Solutions host Cheryl Hawkins learns about the work of Story Tapestries, an arts organization located in Poolesville, MD.
Story Tapestries’ mission is to use the arts as a powerful tool to create accessible, open spaces and opportunities for individuals to reach their highest potential and to work together for a more inclusive community.
They accomplish this by:
- providing innovative, custom-designed performances, workshops and hands-on community and educational experiences;
- designing programs that develop skills, connect individuals, elevate diverse voices and celebrate youth, families, adults, and seniors; and
- engaging and impacting individuals where they live, work and thrive.
The core values of Story Tapestries include the arts, creating open spaces, weaving a tapestry of diversity, and activating the minds of every type of learner to help dissolve barriers to education. Their hope is that through collaboration with community partners they are able to always serve children and adults equally. They believe that in order to effect lasting change, they must engage entire communities regardless of age, race, financial situation, gender, religion and ability. Therefore, they have designed a collaborative planning process that begins with meeting organizations and individuals to listen to their stories.
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