Strategic Plan FY27 – FY29
CREATIVITY AT THE CORE
Arts as Infrastructure to Power Health, Climate, and Economic Opportunity
This strategic plan positions art as the engine of transformation, fueling belonging, driving economic mobility, and embedding creative solutions into health, climate resilience, and education. It focuses on going deeper where we are already rooted, so that Creative Suitland and Joe’s can function as sustainable, multigenerational hubs, places where residents gather, heal, organize, and build futures. Through intentional growth and measurable impact, we will ensure that creativity remains at the core of community life.
Three pillars guiding the plan:
Pillar 1: Building Health And Wealth Through Creativity
Pillar 2: Deep Roots, Bold Growth
Pillar 3: Creativity As Economic Power
RECOGNITION & APPRECIATION
This strategic plan was shaped by the ideas, experiences, and dedication of many partners, community members, artists, staff, and leaders. We extend our heartfelt
thanks to:
More than 60 community members and participants who shared their perspectives, experiences, and aspirations.
20 Degrees (Paola Bonilla and Derek Nunner), Lead Consultants, for strategic guidance and facilitation.
Collaboration Arts (Todd Erickson), Community Engagement Lead, for designing and leading inclusive community conversations.
Joe's Movement Emporium & Creative Suitland Arts Center Staff for their leadership, expertise, and commitment to community impact.
World Arts Focus Board of Directors for their vision, governance, and steadfast support throughout the planning process.
Together, these contributors helped create a roadmap grounded in community voice and collective aspiration.
Read the full report to learn more about the planning process and contributors.
For more information, contact LaTanya Farrish Robinson, Director of Development, LaTanya@joesmovement.org.
