Create The Vote

Boston Mayoral Election, August 2021

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How cool to work on bringing the messages of political candidates directly to the public, and to be able to do it with ASL interpretation, and for it to be arts-focused! Yay!

Create The Vote 2021

Mayoral candidates in Boston bring their messages and policy stances regarding the arts directly to the public.

Featuring performances by Boston artists, statements from Mayoral Candidates on their vision for arts and culture, and tips for how YOU can engage in the upcoming city elections! Join creatives and cultural supporters across Boston for this virtual event powered by the Create the Vote Boston. Featuring performances by Boston artists, statements from Mayoral Candidates on their vision for arts and culture in Boston and tips for how YOU can engage in the upcoming city elections, we will celebrate the diversity and strength of the creative community in Boston.

CTV Boston Coalition is a network of arts and cultural leaders in Boston who work in collaboration and shared advocacy for a city where arts, culture, and creativity are accessible to and representative of all residents. 

They work under the following understandings:

  • Unity in a shared, clear strategy for the Mayoral race. 
  • Centering historically marginalized and minoritized voices.
  • Lean into a unified grass-roots presence
  • Build advocacy and organizing capacity within the arts and cultural community

You can view the full event here.