Our Vision
What is Art, Humanity & Action?
Born in response to the 2016 election, Art, Humanity & Action was a series uniting storytelling, activism, and fundraising. Each event featured prominent storytellers and activists sharing stories on a theme, accessible calls-to-action from related organizations, and one main financial beneficiary. (See a running list of AH&A partners here.)
The goal of Art, Humanity & Action was to use personal storytelling to inspire unity and compassion, elevate voices, spur action across a range of issues, and raise awareness and funds for marginalized groups and communities.
Our Team
Founder and Director
Nicole Ferraro
Nicole is a storyteller and writer. She created the Art, Humanity & Action series in the divisive days following the 2016 election, partly as a way to get out of bed; and moreover, in an effort to use personal storytelling as a vehicle to inspire action and change, and to raise money for progressive organizations. She is grateful to all of the performers, partners, and friends who helped bring AH&A to life and raise thousands of dollars for communities and causes.
(Photo by Dana Trunk)
Digital Media Producer
Jeff Rose
Jeff is an author, web developer, podcaster, show runner, and storyteller living in Brooklyn, NY. As Digital Producer for Art, Humanity & Action, Jeff handles all aspects of website design and development and podcast production. He further advises on the live shows and does whatever he can to support the organization's mission and advocate for positive change.
Advisor
Sandi Marx
Sandi is an active member in the storytelling community. She also volunteers her time at the Manhattan Correctional Center and at various Senior Centers. Giving her time and really listening to a marginalized population a privilege. Humanity is something we all need to cherish.
Advisor
Asher Novek
Asher is a designer, media producer, storyteller, storytelling coach, and occasional wedding officiant. The founder of the Speak Up, Rise Up storytelling festival, coming to the Tank in August 2018, Asher is passionate about community engagement in local issues and working with communities to amplify their voices.