ABC/NY has announced the commencement—and new name—of the Diversity in Arts Leadership internship program. The distinguished summer program places 12 students at host arts organizations throughout New York City.

Formerly called the Multicultural Arts Management Internship, Diversity in Arts Leadership was created in 1988 to promote diversity in the arts management field. ABC/NY matches students with host arts organizations and business mentors, who guide the students’ personal and professional growth throughout the summer. Students participate in cultural activities, professional development, and site visits, and stay connected through the program’s alumni network. Arts organizations serving as intern hosts represent a range of disciplines, including music, dance, theater, visual arts, museums, and arts services. 

The program begins on Monday, June 1, with a ceremony at Con Edison. Attendees will include the 2015 interns, representatives from host arts organizations, business mentors, program funders, alumni, ABC/NY and Americans for the Arts staff, and representatives from Con Edison. Alton Murray, Strategic Partnerships Manager at Con Edison, will deliver opening remarks. 

More information about the program, including comments from participants in the internship, can be found in the press release. 

A list of the 2015 interns and host organizations can be found here. 

(Photographed: 2014 Diversity in Arts Leadership interns pose with alumni, Esther and Michael, after discussing how the program has shaped their careers)