Anita will join Jon Wakeman, co-founder and artistic director, in the leadership of East Street Arts, following 15 years experience at New Art Exchange (NAE) – the biggest gallery in the UK that is dedicated to artists and communities from the Global Ethnic Majority.
"I’m excited to join East Street Arts, a leading artist-led organisation impacting social and economic change through impactful and inclusive arts within Leeds and further afield." Anita Kumari
Having progressed from Support Services Manager to Head of People and Operations during her time at NAE – with additional experience across local authority, charity, and arts sectors – Anita will bring expertise in people management, enterprise and operations to enhance our work. She also has a strong commitment to equality and equity, particularly within marginalised communities and, as a community collaborator, she is passionate about raising aspirations and expanding access to art for families in deprived socio-economic communities.
"My experience and values align strongly with what East Street Arts brings to the community and am looking forward to a refreshed co-leadership model with Jon and the team.” Anita Kumari
“I’m delighted to welcome Anita to join me in taking East Street Arts in new directions, as we continue to increase and diversify our programme and audiences. I have no doubt that she will help us to continue to enhance our reputation, and the role that we play in our local and national communities.” Jon Wakeman
Other things!
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Residency
Palestinian artist Taqi Spateen to unveil new mural in Leeds
The internationally recognised Palestinian artist Taqi Spateen is set to unveil a new mural on the gable-end of Convention House on 16 May 2024.
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Residency
Taqi Spateen Mural Launch Event
Join us to celebrate the launch of Taqi Spateen's new mural in Leeds.
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History
Hidden Histories of New Briggate publication
Read about our approach to delivering the cultural programme for the New Briggate High Street Heritage Action Zone project.
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News
Co-founder Karen Watson to appear on public sculpture championing women of Leeds
We’re thrilled that our co-founder Karen Watson is one of nearly 400 inspirational Leeds women, voted for by members of the public, being celebrated with a new sculpture in the heart of the city’s cultural quarter.
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Artist-Led Housing: Histories, Residencies, Spaces - available to buy!
Architectural researcher Dr Jonathan Orlek's brand-new publication, Artist-Led Housing: Histories, Residencies, Spaces is now available to buy.
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Taipei Residency: Artist Call Out
Are you an artist using sound and audio-visual media at the core of your practice? Do you want to collaborate with communities and other artists to develop new artworks? Apply now! Deadline 12pm, Sunday 5 May 2024.