Q&A
Council Member Rivera introduces the discussion on indigenous arts funding
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Council Member Carlina Rivera opens the discussion by acknowledging other council members and addressing Commissioner Cumbo about the importance of supporting indigenous artists and organizations. She inquires about DCLA's plans to extend funding to more indigenous arts and cultural organizations.
- Rivera emphasizes the need for equitable and prioritized funding for indigenous artists.
- She mentions current funding levels for some indigenous organizations and asks how to expand the list of funded organizations in the next fiscal year.
- The discussion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of DCLA's funding processes and support for indigenous arts.
Carlina Rivera
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Thank you, commissioner Kumpo.
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And I wanna acknowledge you've been joined by council member Lewis.
0:17:42
So thank you for your testimony.
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I I'm reminded of a conversation we had, some time ago where you mentioned that the city of New York has been very intentional in saying, now is the time to support black indigenous people of color.
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We're bringing them to the table.
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And in doing so, it's really important that we support them.
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It's it's clear.
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The funding has to be equitable.
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It has to be prioritized.
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And so I'm gonna ask just a couple of questions on what DCLA is doing, particularly to support these artists, this population, do you have any plans to extend funding to more indigenous arts and cultural organizations?
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I know Kuldansa receives $15,000, Red Hawk Indian Arts Council receives $19,000.
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That was in fiscal year 24.
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Mhmm.
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However, no other indigenous led organizations have received funding in this cycle.
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How can we work together to ensure that that list is much longer in the next fiscal year?
