About this Event
Too often, the data that define our arts and culture sector fail to reflect its full diversity, leaving smaller and BIPOC-led organizations struggling to fit into rigid frameworks that overlook the depth and nuance of their impact. Open data—the practice of making datasets publicly accessible to increase transparency, accessibility, and innovation—has the potential to create a more equitable and informed arts ecosystem. However, without critical oversight, it can just as easily reinforce existing inequities rather than dismantle them.
If you’re an artist, cultural worker, organizer, advocate, funder, or policymaker concerned about how data shapes (or distorts) the narrative of our sector, join us for a candid panel discussion on the state of open data in NYC’s arts and culture landscape. We’ll unpack the realities of data collection and lay the groundwork for a collaborative effort to develop an Open Data Ecosystem that truly reflects the power and diversity of our cultural communities.
This event will feature a presentation of a recent study by the Culture & Arts Policy Institute, exploring the challenges and opportunities of leveraging open data to strengthen the cultural sector, enhance data literacy, and promote best practices across the city.
Co-presented with , this program is part of NYC Open Data Week, an annual festival of community-driven events that brings New Yorkers together to share and learn about publicly available data.
About the Culture and Arts Policy Institute
The Culture and Arts Policy Institute advances systemic change in the culture and arts sector across New York City and the United States by addressing challenges in cultural governance, fair and inclusive access to resources, and collaborative data practices. We champion open government principles (transparency, participation, and accountability) through data-driven research, strategic capacity building, and dialogue across sectors.
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The Institute encourages all people to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about accessibility provided at BRIC, please in advance of your participation or visit https://bricartsmedia.org/about/accessibility/
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Remember to arrive early to visit Data Through Design, the annual data art exhibition featuring works that creatively analyze, interpret, and interrogate data made available in NYC's Open Data Portal.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
647 Fulton St, 647 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, United States
USD 0.00
