Most people don't know that there is a Congressional Arts Congress. There are arts folks that on a bi-partisan level advocate for The Arts, and so, artists, if you live somewhere remote, and ask how can I advocate, you might be reaching out to your Congress person, and say, "hey, do you want to join a Congressional Arts Caucus?" and [use their language and join. ~Erica Lauren Ortiz

Erica Lauren Ortiz (she/her) is a seasoned non-profit leader, arts advocate, and creative producer with deep roots in theatre, media, and cultural strategy. She currently serves as the Lead of Advocacy & Governance Programs at Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization at the forefront of building a just and thriving theatre ecology.