TAPA is proud to partner with Balancing Act, The Black Pledge, and The AFC as our Community Partners for 2024-25.
These organizations are at work in our community, creating and executing social change initiatives, which TAPA is glad to be sharing with our members on an ongoing basis.
Balancing Act
Balancing Act advocates for greater accessibility, equality and inclusion for parents and caregivers* working in the performing arts.
We collaborate with artists, arts workers, and arts organizations to develop pathways for change at an individual, organizational, and systemic level.
Through its flagship Level UP! Initiative, Balancing Act supports arts organizations as they pilot projects that explore policies and practices that address caregiver needs, collaborating with over 70 partners nationally, across theatre, dance, opera, circus, and music.
The Black Pledge
About The Black Pledge:
The Black Pledge is an open call for positive, lasting change in live arts spaces across Canada so that they truly reflect the beautiful mosaic tapestry of our nation. Our mission is to foster greater inclusion and awareness surrounding the needs of underserved communities in the Arts, especially the Black community. We stand in solidarity with Indigenous peoples and other communities of colour seeking equity while retaining our Black-centric advocacy.
The Black Pledge Collective started in 2020, in an effort to hold live performance organizations accountable to their promises to address anti-Black racism.
The AFC
About The AFC:
The AFC is the lifeline for Canada’s entertainment industry. The AFC is an expression of the community’s good will, helping entertainment professionals when they are at their most vulnerable due to injury, illness or other personal hardship.
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, hundreds of industry members have turned to The AFC for help to keep a roof over their heads and food on the table. During this challenging time, The AFC has responded to the need in the community with $1.4 million (and counting) in emergency financial aid and other crucial support programs and services. All our programs are focused on supporting the health and well-being of arts and entertainment professionals working in all aspects of film & TV, music, theatre and dance.