Community Engagement Survey
We want to hear what activities & initiatives you’d like from our nonprofit our 1st year. Your feedback will guide our planning for workshops, events, and collaborations. This survey is anonymous unless you choose to provide contact info.
Where are you located?
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Halifax, Nova Scotia (local – could attend in-person)
Elsewhere in Nova Scotia
Elsewhere in Canada
Outside Canada
Do you identify with any of the following groups? (Please select all that apply) This question is optional. Your responses will help us better understand and serve our community.
Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit)
Racialized
2SLGBTQIA+
Living with a disability
None of the above
Which age range do you fall into?
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18–24
25–34
35–44
45–54
55–64
65+
Which of the following best describes you? (Please select all that apply)
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Artist (visual, performing, literary, etc.)
Educator / Teacher / Instructor
Mission-driven creative / Social practice artist
Arts administrator / Organizer / Producer
Social entrepreneur
Student (art, education, social justice, or related field)
Activist / Community organizer
Community member / Enthusiast
Other, please specify
Which of the following activities interest you? (Please select all that apply)
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Art-Making Workshops for Social Change – painting, collage, printmaking, or mixed media focused on justice themes.
Storytelling, Spoken Word, or Poetry for Justice – using narrative to highlight social issues and community experiences.
Theatre, Improv, or Performance for Activism – engaging audiences through live, socially conscious performance.
Music, Song, or Drumming Circles for Community & Justice – exploring issues and solidarity through sound and rhythm.
Community Mural or Collaborative Art Projects – co-creating public art to raise awareness or inspire dialogue.
Creative Writing for Diverse & Marginalized Audiences – workshops emphasizing accessibility and inclusion.
Dialogue Circles or Community Conversations – pairing creative prompts with discussion on social justice topics.
Educational Talks / Panel Discussions – learning from experts, activists, and community leaders on justice-related topics.
Action-Based Projects – letter-writing campaigns, advocacy projects, community outreach, or other direct-action initiatives.
Healing / Wellness Sessions – art therapy, mindfulness, or collective care practices for participants and communities.
Skill-Building Workshops for Advocacy through Art – teaching facilitation, organizing, or art-based advocacy strategies.
Which of the following topics would you be most interested in exploring through art and workshops? (Select all that apply).
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Anti-racism & racial justice
Indigenous rights & reconciliation
Gender equity & feminism
2SLGBTQIA+ rights & inclusion
Disability justice & accessibility
Mental health & wellness
Climate justice & the environment
Migration, refugees & newcomer experiences
Economic justice & poverty reduction
Community building & solidarity
Art as activism / creative resistance
Freedom of expression & storytelling
Other, please specify
Would the cost of workshops affect your ability to participate?
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No, cost would not be a barrier
Yes, I could pay a small fee (e.g., $5–$20)
Yes, I could pay a moderate fee (e.g., $20–$50)
Yes, cost would be a significant barrier
Which format(s) would you prefer for our workshops? (Please select all that apply)
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In-person (attend physically in Halifax, NS)
Live virtual / online (participate in real time)
Pre-recorded / on-demand (watch at your convenience)
Would you be interested in getting more involved with our nonprofit? (Please select all that apply)
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Volunteering at workshops or events
Co-facilitating or leading a workshop/activity
Helping with outreach, promotion, or social media
Joining a planning or advisory group
Contributing ideas or feedback on programming
Not interested at this time
Other, please specify
If you’d like to be contacted to discuss your ideas or get more involved, please provide your name and contact info below, thanks! (optional):
Thank you so for sharing your thoughts!
Your feedback will help us design workshops, events, and initiatives that reflect the needs and interests of our community. Don’t forget to click “SUBMIT” so we receive your responses, thanks!
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