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QUESTION
How did the Department of Cultural Affairs evaluate and improve the inclusivity of the Culture Development Fund (CDF) process?
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The commissioner explains the efforts to make the CDF process more equitable and inclusive.
- The department engaged the city council, administration, arts/cultural groups, and the public for feedback
- Testimony from organizations was incorporated to address inclusivity challenges
- Numerous site visits were conducted to cultural institutions across the city
- A 'culture at risk' initiative was launched to support vulnerable organizations, especially during the pandemic
- The goal is a more transparent, supportive funding system for the cultural sector
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