ACOUSTIC MEMORIES
Founding Document
Vision
Artistic expressions are forms of political participation for immigrants, aiding in the construction of pluralistic communities that welcome newcomers. However, when these expressions are isolated or diverge from immigrants’ memories or dialogues with other communities, they can contribute to exclusion. —Freddy Castiblanco / Founder
Mission Statement
Our mission involves:
1. Fostering diverse artistic expressions and their appreciation, highlighting the complexity of immigrants and their contributions to the city’s social and cultural fabric.
2. Promoting a critical understanding of the immigrant experience, including discussions on the root causes of migration.
Values
Inclusion
We embrace and celebrate diversity, creating spaces where everyone is welcomed and valued.
Creativity
We believe in the transformative power of art to express identity, stories, and experiences.
Community Building
We focus on using the arts to strengthen ties within diverse communities, encouraging a sense of belonging.
Innovation
We promote artistic experimentation, blending traditional methods with contemporary practices to create new forms of expression.
Strategies
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Artistic Experimentation
Artistic Experimentation: Facilitate the interaction between immigrants’ memories and the cultural elements of their new environment, incorporating jazz improvisation and traditional musical methods to foster collaboration in local and global communities.
2
Academic and Cultural Collaboration:
Partner with universities, museums, and cultural institutions to create spaces for the intersection of memories, experiences, and artistic innovations through events and educational programs.
3
Audiovisual Documentation
Produce and promote audiovisual records of local artistic expressions, ensuring these works receive support for increased visibility both locally and internationally. 4. Pedagogical Integration: Develop educational programs that amplify immigrant voices and promote their integration into the local cultural landscape, disseminating these practices through educational and community platforms.
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Audiovisual Documentation
Produce and promote audiovisual records of local artistic expressions, ensuring these works receive support for increased visibility both locally and internationally. 4. Pedagogical Integration: Develop educational programs that amplify immigrant voices and promote their integration into the local cultural landscape, disseminating these practices through educational and community platforms.
5
lternative Dissemination:
Create independent and collaborative digital platforms to showcase the artistic expressions and cultural practices of immigrant communities and their interaction with the new environment.
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Cultural Dialogue
Promote artistic practices that deepen understanding of the immigrant experience and their integration, addressing themes of identity, belonging, and intercultural dialogue.
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Support for International Artists
While focusing on New York’s immigrant communities, also support international artists by providing local platforms for cultural exchange.
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Collaboration with Local Venues
Work with spaces to provide long-term opportunities for emerging and immigrant artists to present their work and engage in residencies, workshops, and cultural events.
Organizational Structure
- Founding Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the governing body of Acoustic Memories and is responsible for the overall direction and oversight of the organization.
The Board shall consist of a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of fifteen (15) members.
• Arturo Archila: President
• Dan Neville: Treasury
• Carol O’Flynn: Secretary
• Maria E. Martin: Member
• Carolina Chaves: Member
- Founding Executive Director
The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the organization and is responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the organization.
The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors. •
Executive Director: Freddy Castiblanco
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