Special Announcements – Page 4 – New England Region of the American Music Therapy Association

International relations committee presentation submissions

By Wed Admin | July 21, 2020July 21, 2020 by Wed Admin

Hello Music Therapy Members of the New England Region ~The International Relations Committee is accepting presentation submissions for the AMTA Global Perspectives Session, which will be held virtually on November 21st, from 12:00 PM to 2:45 PM. Each presentation is usually between 15 to 20 minutes long which includes a Q&A portion. The deadline for submissions is August 15th. Please open the links below to find the cover letter and submission application.We look forward to hearing from you!…

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LGBTQIA2+ Music Therapy Affinity Group

By Wed Admin | July 17, 2020July 17, 2020 by Wed Admin

The LGBTQIA2+ Music Therapy Affinity Group is up and running! Purpose: To organize, advocate, communicate, connect and bring about positive and systemic change related LGBTQIA2+ topics/issues in the field of music therapy. Group Values/Goals: Hold space for/support the needs of professional LGBTQIA2+ music therapists Support the educational needs of LGBTQIA2+ music therapy students Advocate for the specific needs of LGBTQIA2+ clients Intentionally amplify the voices of LGBTQIA2+ people with intersectional identities Who? Currently we have 14 members…

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AMTA 2020 National Conference

By Wed Admin | July 17, 2020July 17, 2020 by Wed Admin

The AMTA 2020 Conference Registration is now open! We will be posting new information about the upcoming conference on a regular basis. Follow us: Follow @AMTANatCon on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest PaulaPaula Unsal and Gregory Perkins Local Co-Chairs, AMTA 2020 National ConferencePronouns: She, Her, Hershttp://amtanationalconference.com/

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DEI update

By Wed Admin | July 7, 2020July 7, 2020 by Wed Admin

Dear NER-AMTA, The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is excited to have become a standing committee for the New England Region. We are committed to continue working towards an inclusive environment for the NER-AMTA community that raises the voices of marginalized groups. As a standing committee, our goal is to identify, address, and implement necessary steps to uncover and dismantle the systems that reinforce oppression. This decision to become a standing committee will allow for…

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From the AMTA Board of Directors to the Music Therapy Community in the Twin Cities and Across the United States

By Wed Admin | June 23, 2020 by Wed Admin

In response to recent acts of violence and social injustice against Black people in Minneapolis and across the country, AMTA condemns historic and ongoing forms of racism that permeate our society and institutions. We are heartbroken that this is happening. We stand against racism and hate in all its forms and acknowledge the trauma that repeated violence against people of color causes. We uphold kindness, social responsibility, dignity and respect, equality, accountability, excellence, integrity, and…

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Community resources

By Wed Admin | May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 by Wed Admin

#neramtacommunityresource We thank you all for your contribution and support during this unprecedented time. Below, find resources to support the wellbeing and coping of one another. Mental Health Resources for Healthcare Professionals https://www.massgeneral.org/psychiatry/guide-to-mental-health-resources/health-care-providers The Mental Health Coalition https://thementalhealthcoalition.orgIf you have resources you would like to share with us, please email membership@musictherapynewengland.org

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Songs Of Hope: Social Media Information

By Wed Admin | May 7, 2020 by Wed Admin

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Seeking input from marginalized members:

By Wed Admin | March 27, 2020 by Wed Admin

Shira Lotzar of Purposeful Hire is going to host a Zoom call to gain input from marginalized members on the search process on Monday 4/6 at 9:00PM ET with the following Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/4080593600

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Executive Director search

By Wed Admin | March 27, 2020March 27, 2020 by Wed Admin

Membership-wide Zoom calls regarding new Executive Director search: Shira Lotzar of Purposeful Hire is offering three membership-wide Zoom calls on the following days: Monday 3/30 at 7:00pm ET Wednesday 4/1 at 8:30am ET Thursday 4/2 at 9:00pm ET **Since her Zoom platform can only handle up to 100 participants, she created a Google doc sign-up sheet, with overflow sign-up instructions to alert her if she needs to create new Zoom calls. Please sign up to provide your input. If…

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#NERAMTAcommunityresources

By Wed Admin | March 27, 2020March 27, 2020 by Wed Admin

Dear Colleagues, #NERAMTAcommunityresources As a community, the NER-AMTA aims to support one another during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please complete the NER-AMTA COVID-19 Impact Survey in efforts to provide insight on how professional, student, and intern music therapists are affected at this time. This survey is open to all, and is encouraged to be completed by both members and nonmembers. Please share and invite others to complete. Complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/4dobTiDeQn2kiArV8 …

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Community resources

By Wed Admin | March 22, 2020 by Wed Admin

#neramtacommunityresource Please share this relief resource in efforts to support those seeking assistance as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Music Relief Resources (credits to Nichelle J. Mungo and community) 1. The Boston Artist Relief Fund (formally the Opportunity Fund): https://www.boston.gov/news/boston-establishes-artist-relief-fund-response-coronavirus 2. The Record Co, Music Maker Relief Fund: https://www.therecordco.org/relief 3. Boston Singers Resource: https://www.bostonsingersresource.org/programs/bsrf/application 4. Musicians Foundation Resources: Apply 5. COVID-19 Freelance Artist Resources: https://covid19freelanceartistresource.wordpress.com/ 6. Mass Cultural Council COVID-19 Resources: COVID-19 Resources

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2020 Conference Suspended

By Wed Admin | March 13, 2020 by Wed Admin

March 13, 2020 Dear NER Music Therapists: The wellness and safety of community is our top priority. With that in mind and given the rapidly evolving situation with COVID-19, we have had to make the difficult decision to suspend the 2020 conference. If you have registered for the 2020 NER conference, you will receive a full refund for your conference registration fees. Each attendee is responsible for cancelling their own hotel reservation, and we…

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Get involved!

By Wed Admin | February 5, 2020February 5, 2020 by Wed Admin

Hello, NER music therapists! Are you interested in volunteering to help fellow music therapists and the organization? Here are two ways to get involved. Please email me at president@neramta.org if you are interested in these position The Music Therapy Informed Music Listening Workgroup provides support to music therapists for incorporating, consulting for and educating about music listening programming for all populations. Information and resources for the workgroup are made available to music therapists through AMTA non-members and…

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In remembrance

By Wed Admin | May 7, 2019 by Wed Admin

We are saddened by the loss of our dear colleague and friend, Allegra Themmen Pigott. Sending love and light to those who knew her. Please view funeral details and add a memory on the Dignity Memorial page: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/greenwich-ct/allegra-themmen-pigott-8273382

Professional Scholarships Special Announcements

AMTA scholarships

By Wed Admin | January 8, 2019February 17, 2019 by Wed Admin

Hello NER-AMTA Members, Tawna Grasty, AMTA Scholarship & Grants Coordinator is looking for some willing Scholarship Reviewers (5-6 volunteers) that will be part of the AMTA Scholarship Review Committee. This is a great opportunity for NER-AMTA members who do not have the ability to be involved in large, year round projects, but DO have the ability to work from home for short periods of time. By agreeing to be a Scholarship Reviewer, you must be a current AMTA member and a professional member. Those…