Sunday, January 6, 2019

Diversity Training Baltimore Md And Beyond

By Shirley Long


When it comes equal rights, one area in which the issue is currently being addressed head on is that of the East Coast. For, while there has been a great deal of progress when it comes to acceptance, inclusion and tolerance of difference, there is still a long way to go. As such, Diversity training baltimore md and other areas up and down the eastern seaboard is an ongoing process.

In Baltimore, as in other areas of the United States, theater is one area in which diversity is often more accepted than others. Now, BIG, or the Baltimore Improv Group is working to create a world in which inclusivity, equity and diversity are the norm. In doing so, the group host an improv university, nightclub and uses art as a platform to teach others the importance of diversity and equality.

When it comes to BIG, the first place the organization wants to focus on becoming more accepting, inclusive and tolerance is within the group. For, with so many different diverse ideologies and perspectives, the group grows on a continual basis, especially when adding new members. As a result, by training students to create art which is accessible, open to all, original and reflective of Baltimore, audiences can also become more aware of the beauty and necessity for diversity whether at home, at school, at work or around the world.

Being committed to equal rights is a priority for the group. For, inclusivity in, and outside the group are at the center of the art created and performed by members. In doing so, the group exposes improv to aspiring performers and underserved communities in the area. In addition to free performances, BIG also sponsors student game nights and workshops on a regular basis.

For, the primary goal of the group is to create work which is inclusive of all areas of society. Unlike traditional comedy in which minorities are often attacked, BIG strives to include the LGBTQ+ community, military members, mentally and physically challenged individuals, senior citizens, veterans and people of color in positive rather than negative connotations during performances. As such, the group aims to train actors and comedians to create art which is more appropriate and respectful while at the university, attending workshops and later in life.

As the ultimate overall goal of the group is to train actors, comedians and others to be more aware and accepting of difference, there are three areas of focus for those attending the improv university. The first of which is to increase access to performance based theater through a number of scholarships. By providing such assistance, the goal is to raise awareness of students and performers with regards to empathy, inclusion, equity and diversity in all areas of life.

Alliance building is the second of the three programs. In this aspect, the group works to build bridges between colleges, corporations and community organizations to create better communication and understanding of difference between these groups. Whereas, the third programming area is that of talent cultivation. In this aspect, the group supports mentorship and opportunities to perform in the classroom while providing a conservatory for exceptional performance and talent opportunities.

Ultimately, the goal of all these programs is to provide information, insight and promote diversity and equality through a number of events and workshops. In doing so, those in attendance learn how to accept, include and tolerate difference in performances and life. After which, it is hoped that these individuals will take those lessons and share with others through performance and ongoing work in the area of equal rights.




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