Interested in joining an Action Lab?
Arts Ottawa offers varying levels of commitment to accommodate different capacities and interests. Read through the levels of commitment participants can choose from, then fill out the form on this page to join an Action Lab.
Informed
Participants choose to stay updated and aware of the new organizational model and its activities.
Involvement: Receive newsletters, attend informational meetings, and follow progress reports.
Time Commitment: Minimal, mainly involving reading updates and occasional attendance at information sessions.
Consulted
Participants provide feedback and insights on specific initiatives or decisions.
Involvement: Participate in surveys, focus groups, or feedback sessions. Offer opinions on proposed projects and strategies.
Time Commitment: Moderate, involving periodic engagement to provide input and attend consultation meetings.
Engaged
Participants actively contribute to the planning and implementation of initiatives within the organizational model.
Involvement: Join working groups, attend regular meetings, and contribute to specific projects or Action Labs.
Time Commitment: Significant, requiring regular participation and hands-on involvement in activities and discussions.
Committed
Participants take on leadership roles and are deeply involved in driving the organization's strategic goals.
Involvement: Lead Action Labs, serve on the Core Leadership Circle, and participate in strategic planning and decision-making.
Time Commitment: Extensive, involving ongoing leadership responsibilities, regular meetings, and active participation in high-level initiatives.
Champion
Participants advocate for the organizational model and mobilize others to engage and support the initiatives.
Involvement: Act as ambassadors for the model, promote its goals, mentor new participants, and represent the organization in external engagements.
Time Commitment: Very high, with continuous engagement, public speaking, networking, and mentoring activities.