Metro Arts Executive Director Daniel Singh has not reported for work, in-person or remotely, since Feb. 23.
Metro Human Relations Commission says Metro Arts’ 2023 funding decisions were illegal
A decision by the Metro Human Relations Commission has found that Metro Arts should pay complainants what they were originally promised.
Metro Arts faces pressure for oversight, workplace misconduct allegations
Arts organizations are still waiting for half the grant money Metro Arts promised to distribute last year, and this week, a memo from Nashville’s finance director suggests there will be further delays in handing out those funds.
Metro Arts funding delays, debates over equity leave some Nashville arts organizations struggling
This week, artists and arts organizations throughout Nashville finished the annual application process to receive city funding from the Metro Arts Commission. But the arts community is still dealing with the consequences of last year’s chaotic funding cycle.
What’s next for the Metro Arts Commission?
In this episode, we take a look back at a turbulent year and ask how Metro Arts will work to repair its relationships with local artists and arts organizations.
Metro Arts seeks community input on how to move forward after a year of turnover and discrimination complaints
The Metro Nashville Arts Commission is wondering how it should move forward after complaints of a hostile work environment.
Concerns about equity linger as Metro Arts begins the search for a new director
The head of Metro Arts, Caroline Vincent, stepped down earlier this month after allegations of inequities and racism inside the department. But will the search for her replacement will run into some of the same issues?
Metro Arts Commission says it’ll take steps to deal with allegations of inequity and tokenism inside the department
The commission that oversees the Metro Arts department says it’s trying to improve the department’s work environment, after former and current staffers of color filed HR complaints alleging inequity and tokenism.
Metro Arts Commission grapples with allegations of inequity and tokenism from staffers
“It’s clear from the fact finder reports and the public comment that we’ve harmed people,” said Metro Arts Commissioner Ellen Angelico. “And we may not have violated any rules, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t do something wrong.”
Nashville Arts Commission Wants More Money To Help Creators Recover From Pandemic
As the city approaches its annual budget talks, the city’s leading arts funding agency is asking for more than their usual allotment.
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