Able ARTS Work

Able ARTS Work was established in 1982 as a non-profit organization to provide inclusive programming for individuals with developmental disabilities & autism through the creative arts. 

Using the creative arts as a tool, our primary focus is to support artists with disabilities in their creative expression through inclusive community participation. Able ARTS Work also offers a number of programs to meet the needs of the community from health & wellness, arts education to enrichment. Each outreach program values contribution, accessibility, & engagement of people of all abilities & all ages.

 Able ARTS Work aims to foster inclusion through creativity, initiative, & expression. 

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Artbeat Radio (ABR) is a podcast created & led by resident artists & a platform for authentic creative expression, disability advocacy, & community connection.

 Meet the Artbeat Radio Podcast Team:

"(ABR) is a space where our artists lead the creative process, from production to storytelling, while building confidence, connection, & community.  Before ABR, there was no platform to showcase the musical & creative voices of our community. Now, we’re not just making media...we’re making change." Heidi, ABR Producer

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Our volunteer Board of Directors are passionate advocates of our mission; composed of leaders from the community with expertise ranging from law, business leadership to music therapy. 

Meet the Board Chair of Able ARTS Work:

               

"What drew me into AAW is the people ... they really live the mission. AAW gives people with disabilities a real platform & voice as artists... (AAW) says your creativity matters, your voice deserves to be heard & the world is richer because you are in it. That kind of love & impact ripples out into the world & I'm proud to be a part of making it happen." - Sarah, Board Chair  

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