We are looking for 5 members to serve for 1 year to guide The Peale’s programming and decision-making process. The aim is to ensure that the programs and exhibitions hosted by the Peale online and in its historic building continue to be driven grassroots-up, by Baltimore’s communities and creators.
The candidates introduced below have been nominated to join the Community Advisory Team (CAT) this year. You are invited to help elect the inaugural Community Advisory Team of five members. After reviewing the candidates, please vote for 5 team members.
Iya Jackson
Most of my community arts experience in Baltimore is underground & there’s an entire community of young Black people who have been creating spaces for ourselves. The people I have witnessed in these spaces deserve the opportunity to have exhibitions, pop ups & features for their CV too. Spaces like these are largely inaccessible to those of us who haven’t received a “traditional” arts education. I would make it my personal mission as a member of the CAT to make space for artists from truly diverse backgrounds, experiences, & identities.
Nikiea Redmond
I’d happily offer my experience in historical research for families in East Baltimore as well as a passion for preserving community and personal history. My bio shares that I have offered consulting services for self-published authors since 2009. In my experience as a liaison bringing together political organizations, community groups and stakeholders in East Baltimore, I’ve assisted with documenting historical footage of legendary East Baltimore artists, politicians, and community activists through the East Baltimore Historical Library. Also have supported various artists working in East Baltimore; through connecting residents to resources in the community. For over 11 years I have served as a Community Representative on the board of the Harbor Bank of Maryland’s Harbor Bankshares Community Development Entity. Proudly have received her Bachelors in Corporate Communication from the University of Baltimore in 2011. For over 15 years, I’ve served as a marketing specialist for various non-profit organizations, schools and other entities. Today I’m the Co-Director and Co-Producer of the award winning feature-length documentary, Anatomy of Wings. Professionally I provide communications consulting specializing in marketing, social media, self-publishing and graphic design. The Afro-American Newspaper presented me with the Sam Lacy Award for Youth Leadership in 2004. I’m grateful to also be a 2015 recipient of the Black Wall Street Journal Award for my Graphic Design work in Baltimore City.
Kayenecha Daugherty
I am the Founder and Executive Director of Creative Nomads, an arts nonprofit. I have had a career in art and entertainment for over 20 years. As a person who works in the schools and in the community with families, particularly with young children, I think I bring a perspective to the table of families and people that are not always represented in spaces like museums and art institutions.
Timothy Nohe
I am a UMBC professor, longtime resident of the city, interdisciplinary practice across visual arts, animation, music, dance and theater. Community engaged work with kids, scientists, urban foresters. [I want] To be of service to this community and The Peale, an unique institution with a vital mission for ALL of Baltimore.
Marguerite Woods
After becoming blind as an adult, I soon realized if I were to move forward in my life, I would have to discover a way to make peace with this newest aspect of my very Being. Because of my heightened revelation that none of my characteristics needed to be the end of my story , I was inspired to look for ways to soothe my anxieties. Out of that asking,I developed a passion for learning which included the Law of Attraction and Practice. Additional life empowering skills were gained which helped me to manage blindness. In 2011, I attracted an Amazing opportunity to travel to Southern India where I resided for one year. While there, I had a chance to put my hands in the clay and knew Immediately that my former style of appreciating art was about to expand. The thrill of creating my own art caused me to want this experience to be available to all blind people . Eagerly, I began to chat up the idea with everyone who would listen by saying,”what if every individual who is interested in creating Art (no matter the disability) can do so because of the plethora of avenues that are accessible”? This would be life affirming for All involved . For me, The Arts are such a powerful part of Civilization and Culture for they provide a Holistic Approach to Life and foster Wellbeing!!
Catherine Sansone
I graduated in 2021 from University of Maryland Baltimore County, with a 3.183 GPA in history and a minor in public history. I am currently pursuing my master’s degree in historical studies, at the same university. I am a member of Phi Alpha Theta. I am proficient in many software programs and social media apps. I am highly organized and detail oriented. Over my career I have developed skills for fostering positive public relations. I am energetic, motivated, focused, and regard my maturity as an asset.
Roxcelanna Nia Redmond
As the Cofounder of the East Baltimore Historical Library, a displaced and/or impacted residents response to the EBDI/JHU’s 88 acre redevelopment project, North of the hospital, I consider myself an ‘accidental” citizen-historian. It has taken our small group of committed resident-volunteers 19 yrs, negotiating with EBDI/JHU to manifest a sacred space to honor the history, culture and traditions of over 750 black families involuntarily displaced to create what is now, Eager Park. Lessons learned from the experience have been hard learned, yet well received. The largest lessons learned was the importance of strategic “silent” mentors, who for whatever reason, chose to share much appreciated advice on how to navigate the endless hurdles and stumbling blocks, our team, experienced to stay at the table with one of the most formidable stakeholders in our city, and perhaps, region. However, the experience has actually provided me with real life experiences to honed skill sets, I never imagined I would need;while at the same time, has introduced me to many from other ethnic groups, who silently, but richly enhanced my learning experiences. In all honesty, being a gifted creative, my strong suite is probably the wealth of imagination fueled creativity, i can channel to mitigate challenging situations.
Abegail Baguio
I migrated to the United States with my family at the age of 10 and we settled in in the suburbs of Southern California, about 20 miles east of Los Angeles. I attended college in Northern California and received my B.A. in Anthropology. I spent about a decade living in the northeast part of Los Angeles and in 2015, moved to Portland, Maine for a job opportunity. In December 2019, I moved to the Bolton Hill neighborhood in Baltimore. I’ve dedicated my entire career to the nonprofit field. I have comprehensive experience in nonprofit administration and operations, with an expertise in fund development, special events, board relations, volunteer mobilization, and communications. The first decade of my career was spent at two of the of the largest arts venues in Los Angeles County, followed by nearly three years at a major art museum in Maine. I had a short stint fundraising for a private liberal arts college and have spent the last three years fundraising for immigrant advocacy organizations.
Natasha Jordan Bailey
Natasha Jordan is a nonprofit leader with more than 20 years of experience in national and international nonprofit organizations. She currently leads centralized support of administrative and operational activities and workflows for the Corcoran School of Arts and Design at George Washington University. She is a seasoned nonprofit administrator with extensive experience leading, developing, and designing strategic and operational processes. Natasha is a servant leader who is passionate about developing cross-cultural, multi-generational teams and environments. She is an advocate for diverse voices and enjoys reading, volunteering with youth, festivals, and exploring new ideas and expressions of being.
