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How I Measure Success in the Gig Economy

How are you measuring your success beyond what’s in your wallet?

Posted byThe Velvet DukeAugust 27, 2021Posted inComedyTags:equityLeave a comment on How I Measure Success in the Gig Economy

You don’t need emotional collateral to provide improv scholarships

It is hypocritical to ask for emotional and psychic labor from equity seeking individuals in order for them to receive assistance from your organization.

Posted byThe Velvet DukeAugust 16, 2021August 28, 2021Posted inComedyTags:equity, improv1 Comment on You don’t need emotional collateral to provide improv scholarships

Committed to end anti-Black racism? Offer free improv workshops to Black people

An open letter to improv companies around the world by Velvet Wells

Posted byThe Velvet DukeFebruary 1, 2021August 28, 2021Posted inComedyTags:Black improv, Black improv Canada, Black improv USA, diversity, equity, improv, workshops

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