Cross-Sector Strategies for Creative Rural Development
In collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) is pleased to release a new Strategy Sampler exemplifying successful state programs and policies investing in rural development. Cross-Sector Strategies for Creative Rural Development spotlights strategies at state arts agencies and regional arts organizations with innovative partnerships…
Cross-Sector Strategies for Civic Infrastructure and Community Cohesion
In collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) is pleased to release a new Strategy Sampler exemplifying successful state programs and policies investing in civic infrastructure. Cross-Sector Strategies for Civic Infrastructure and Community Cohesion highlights strategies across seven state arts agencies with innovative partnerships contributing to…
Cross-Sector Strategies for Arts, Health and Community Well-being
In collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) is pleased to release a new Strategy Sampler exemplifying successful state programs and policies in arts and health. Cross-Sector Strategies for Health and Community Well-Being documents the strategies of seven state arts agencies with innovative programs connecting…
Creative Economy Contributes over $1.1 Trillion to the U.S. Economy
March 25, 2024 Updated Creative Economy State Profiles are now available, with information that describes the value of arts and cultural production along with job and compensation data in every state in 2022. These data, published by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), are…
Clear Evidence: Arts and Creativity Drive Economies and Build Resilience
New research commissioned by NASAA shows that the arts are a highly effective economic investment that drive state economies, regardless of how other economic sectors perform. This original research provides strong, causal and statistically valid evidence showing that growth in the arts and culture sector positively impacts growth in the overall economy. According to three…
Why Should Government Support the Arts?
The arts strengthen American communities, offering a distinctive blend of economic, educational, health and civic benefits while also preserving cherished cultural traditions. The public sector has an essential role to play in ensuring that every community has the opportunity to thrive through the arts. These succinct policy papers provide essential information for policymakers: The Arts…
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