The USBLN® is proud to partner with VSA arts of Florida during its Annual Conference & Career Fair. Art will be on display and available for purchase by conference attendees.

VSA arts of Florida, founded in 1981, is a member of the international network of VSA arts, an affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. VSA arts of Florida provides arts, education, and cultural opportunities for and by people with disabilities through a network of program partners in 45 Florida counties. In 2006-2007, VSA arts of Florida programs in inclusive settings directly served 55,000 individuals with disabilities and 150,000 other participants.

VSA arts of Florida programs include artist residencies for students and adults with disabilities and youth at risk, professional development for teachers on how to successfully increase learning in and through the arts, professional development for cultural organizations on how to increase access to their galleries and performances, and professional development for adult artists with disabilities on how to prepare for a successful career as an artist. In addition VSA arts of Florida showcases statewide 15 major exhibitions of art work created by adults and youth with disabilities.

To learn more please visit www.vsafl.org or contact Marian Winters at 813-558-5095.