The SEARCH for Arts Leadership - Episode 08

The Search For Arts Leadership

21-09-2020 • 8 mins

And finally, the sixth and last characteristic in the SEARCH for Arts Leadership model is explored: Humanity. The importance of humanity in arts organizations is only beginning to be fully appreciated, as we are coming to see that these organizations play a key role in contributing to a civil and humane society. The great arts leader understands the importance of Sustainability, Ethics, Access, Relevance and Creativity, yes, but they also know that these characteristics only reach their full potential if the organization looks past its own wellbeing and has an eye on a higher purpose: the greater good. At their best, arts organizations exist to change society – they champion integrity, right injustices, uplift us and help us confront uncomfortable issues, as well as bring us all together to share experiences as a community.