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Museum professionals across career fields will discuss the current state of Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility in San Diego.

Join your San Diego Emerging Museum Professionals tomorrow on Thursday, February 17 at 5:30PM Pacific for a panel discussion on Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) at the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park. Our panelists will be sharing their personal IDEA experiences and discussing the current state of IDEA in San Diego museums and cultural institutions.

This event is FREE though donations are greatly appreciated.

Meet the Panelists:

Angie Chandler, Cultural Arts Strategist and Principal Consultant, Cultivating Culture Consulting

Angie is a program curator, consultant, and cultural arts strategist from Brooklyn, New York. Angie's time as an as an educator continues to fuel her work related to advocacy, arts equality, and socially engaged art and conversation. Angie has worked with several cultural institutions throughout San Diego to create unique experiences and opportunities to support the next generation of makers and their families.

Joaquin Ortiz, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at MOPA

Joaquin Ortiz specializes in DEAI training, learning design, and technology strategy. He served on the board of directors for the California Association of Museums and was the co-chair of the Multicultural and Emerging Professionals Committee and a founding co-chair of the Strategic Action Committee. He holds a master’s degree in education with an emphasis in learning design and technology from San Diego State University.

Charles Thunyakij, Education and Community Programs Specialist at Mingei International Museum

Charles is an artist and educator who has worked in art education for over a decade. Charles is passionate about bringing accessible educational programing to all age groups in the San Diego region and has been key in cultivating conversations in the workplace about BIPOC experiences.

Cristina Godinez, Corporate and Community Liaison at Mingei International Museum

For over two years Cristina has been cultivating and creating community relationships and collaborations with local artists and arts & culture organizations, bringing diverse voices to Mingei Museum and highlighting underrepresented organizations. She is also a driving force behind San Diego Design Week (SDDW), a five-day celebration of design in our San Diego-Tijuana region presented by Mingei International Museum, where she is responsible for seeking financial support.

♿️ Accessibility:

This event meets ADA standards, including accessible restrooms, mainly flat ground, and dedicated seating. Have accessibility questions? Email sandiegoemp@gmail.com to confirm your requirements or request more information.

🔹 COVID-19 Safety Protocols:

Currently, only unvaccinated persons are required to mask in all Indoor Public Settings. Fully vaccinated individuals are recommended to continue indoor masking when the risk may be high.