I saw a recent post by Lisa Bilyeu that said, "It's not the strong of the species that survives, but the most adaptable." And, from Simon Sinek, "Now, more than ever, we need to embrace an infinite mindset... Let us embrace generosity, selflessness and a calm caution as we navigate this together."
These sentiments have permeated the way we work and communicate over the past few weeks. We have completely redesigned programs and developed new offerings, adapted to different ways of working and collaborating, and reminded ourselves that this process - ever evolving - is not going to be perfect.
In the coming weeks, we look forward to offering two free workshops, a donation-based performance to support participating artists, and launching our Uncovering: Connection & Inclusion video podcast (pilot series available
here).
Programs including Universal Art and Whole Teacher, Whole Community have been taken completely virtual, and we look forward to launching the WholeCommunityKy.com platform soon!
You can checkout a short video with recommendations for how we are adapting programs and planning for the future on our
Facebook page.
While out running yesterday, looking across the river at Louisville from southern Indiana (#runJMrun photo above), I thought about how we plan now for what the "new new normal" will be as we step back into our offices, our communities in the coming months. And, that we have the collective power to shape an adapted way of working, one steeped in inclusion, creativity, and belonging.
We are here on this journey with you - our Champions of Hope, our partners, allies, artists, and community members! Stay healthy, and safe.
With gratitude,
Josh Miller and the IDEAS xLab team and Board
