Affinity Groups

Affinity spaces are locations where groups of people come together because of a shared interest or engagement in a common activity.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1

I.D.E.A. FLUTES

1:45-2:45pm CT | Room 305

Inviting Diverse Flutists to share ideas about Inclusion, Diversity, building equity and providing Accessibility through this meetup. Hosted by the NFA I.D.E.A. Committee.

Chronic Illness Meet-Up

4-5pm CT | Room 305

Flutists with chronic illness are invited to an in-person meet-up run by the NFA Performance Health Care Committee for peer support and networking. Hosted by Simone Maurer.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2

Focal Dystonia Meet-Up

9-10am CT | Room 305

Hosted by Francesca Leo and the NFA Performance Health Care Committee.

LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group

10:30-11:30am CT | Room 305

A safe networking and social gathering for LGBTQIA+ flutists.

Disabled and Adaptive Flutists Meet-Up (Fully Remote Session)

1-2pm CT | Click for Zoom Link

Flutists from far and wide are invited to this session, which is fully remote and will be held over zoom. Moderated by Katherine Lewis.

Flutists of Color Affinity Group I

2:45-3:45pm CT | Room 305

The NFA Flutists of Color affinity space is a place for flutists of color to come together and connect, sharing experiences and meeting other flutists. Paula Gudmundson, facilitator.

Flutists of Color Affinity Group II

4:30-5:30pm CT | Room 305

The NFA Flutists of Color affinity space is a place for flutists of color to come together and connect, sharing experiences and meeting other flutists. Lorin Green, facilitator.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3

Umoja Affinity Space

1-2pm CT | Room 305

Join the Umoja Flute Institute (UFI) for a fun meet-up where you can learn more about an organization that celebrates flutists of African descent and provides opportunities in the areas of performance, education and professional development. We'll also have an open brainstorm session, at the end of our meeting, to generate ideas for future Umoja events. Hosted by Jacqueline Cordova-Arrington.

Flute Club and Choir Enthusiasts Meet-Up

5:30-6:30pm CT | Room 305

Chat with members of the Austin Flute Society, Iowa City Flute Choir, Woodbridge Flute Choir, and more! Hosted by the NFA Flute Clubs Committee.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4

Parenting Meet-Up

10:30-11:30am CT | Room 305

Flutists attending the Parenthood and the Flute session at 9:15 in Room 205 and others are invited to join this informal meet-up to share their experiences as parents navigating their flute careers. Hosted by Dr. Jeiran Hassan.