AAMC Foundation has opened the next application cycle for its Propel Program, a multifaceted initiative designed to support and accelerate a curator’s mid-career advancement. Formerly called the Mentorship Program, the Propel Program is the longest-running initiative of its kind, offering both training sessions and workshops as well as support through a professional network. The application process is open to curators, with full-time work in a nonprofit visual art organization within the last 12 – 16 month, and 7-10 years of curatorial experience.
AAMC Foundation’s Propel Program highlights:
- Multi-day in-person intensive in New York City, featuring leading voices within the arts community and behind-the-scenes tours, along with one-on-one career consulting
- Four to five virtual learning immersive sessions
- End of program interactive in-person workshop
- Full access to the 2024 Art Curators Conference, including in-person attendance, and invites to the Program Alumni Reception and Members’ Party, and full access to all activities
- Pairing with senior curatorial leader for one-on-one virtual guidance, along with shadowing on a multi-day visit
- Individual Membership in AAMC to connect with over 1,500 members worldwide
- Access to AAMC’s programs, including curator-to-curator gatherings
- Stipend to participate
- Full funding for all travel and accommodation elements (intensives, workshops, and mentor visits)
- Peer network of cohort, and network of nearly 10 years of alumni
Applications are being accepted through a free online portal, until June 1, 2023. AAMC Foundation encourages curators outside the U.S. and within the U.S. to apply.
This program is made possible through the generous support of the Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, the
National Endowment for the Arts, and AAMC Foundation’s President Circle.
