A New Tool to Advance Equity: Artists in Residence in Government

Across the country, communities are embedding artists into government to find creative ways to prepare for a future that is responsive to critical issues. These artists in residence in government programs (AIRG) are helping agencies spur innovative advancements to internal operations and are working incrementally to advance ways of equitably engaging with and serving constituents. Here, Nezam and Taylor draw out strategies and lessons for local governments interested in developing AIRG programs within their own communities designed to respond to their unique contexts.