Turn Advocacy into Activism and Activism into Running for Office with Tom Tresser

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ARTS Redefined

Angela Gardner Meleca

54 episodes

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Welcome to ARTS Redefined—the podcast where arts advocacy meets measurable impact. Hosted by Angela Meleca, political reporter turned nationally recognized arts strategist, this show delivers clear, actionable insights to help arts leaders prove their value, reframe funding conversations, and secure the investment the arts deserve. Each week, learn how data-driven storytelling and real-time outcomes can transform relevance, resources, and revenue for your organization. #ArtsRedefined #AngelaMeleca #ArtsFunding #ImpactData

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Turn Advocacy into Activism and Activism into Running for Office with Tom Tresser

ARTS Redefined

30 minutes 17 seconds

9 months ago

Turn Advocacy into Activism and Activism into Running for Office with Tom Tresser

Are the arts once again under attack? In this powerful episode of ARTS Redefined, Angela Meleca sits down with Tom Tresser, a renowned civic educator, grassroots advocate, and tireless champion of democracy and creative freedom. Tom reveals why the arts and nonprofit sectors must urgently evolve from advocacy to activism and why creative professionals must step up and run for office. Drawing from over 50 years of frontline experience, including the battle to save the NEA during the 1990s Culture Wars, Tom lays out practical, actionable strategies for artists, arts leaders, and organizations to reclaim political power and effectively defend the future of the arts. Don’t miss this candid conversation on moving beyond outdated tactics and securing sustainable support for the arts.

Tom Tresser
Civic Educator. Public Defender.

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