Hello!

I’m Joanna Prescod.

I’m a cultural worker specializing in policy-informed programming, strategic planning, and inclusive audience engagement.

With over 10 years of experience in museums and art-based programming, I design initiatives that align with institutional goals, amplify equity-deserving voices, and build meaningful partnerships with communities.

My passion lies in crafting collaborative spaces. At the heart of my approach is a commitment to care. Whether it's designing visitor-centric programs or cultivating artist partnerships, I infuse every project with empathy and intentionality.

Join me to curate meaningful dialogues that shape our shared cultural landscape.

I Curate Experiences

Amazing Place 2024 ( 3 year community collaboration project)

  • Experienced in translating municipal and organizational policy into actionable, community-responsive programming

  • Lead the design and evaluation of exhibitions, learning initiatives, and public programs that meet strategic objectives

  • Skilled in building partnerships with government bodies, community groups, and arts organizations

My Frameworks

  • Programming Approach

    My programming practice is grounded in a co-creation model that centers community insight, lived experience, and mutual trust. I design programs that are not only artistically and culturally meaningful, but also strategically aligned with policy priorities and responsive to the communities they serve.

    Core Principles:

    Co-Creation Over Consultation

    Insight-Driven Design

    Equity and Accessibility

    Relationship-Centered Engagement

    Strategic Alignment


  • Evaluation Methods

    I integrate evaluation at every stage of program development to ensure that initiatives are responsive, inclusive, and aligned with strategic goals. My evaluation methods prioritize both qualitative and quantitative approaches, centering the voices of participants, partners, and community stakeholders.

    Evaluation tools:

    Surveys (pre- and post-program) 

    Feedback circles and reflection sessions 

    Observation and participation logs 

    Stakeholder debriefs 

    Data analysis


  • Strategic Goals I Align With

    My work is deeply informed by a commitment to cultural equity, strategic planning, and public impact. I design and deliver programs that not only reflect institutional values but also respond meaningfully to community priorities and lived experiences. Through collaboration, evaluation, and intentional design, I ensure that programming contributes to larger systemic goals while remaining locally grounded and inclusive.

    I focus on advancing:

    Cultural equity and representation in programming and interpretation

    Community-responsive consultation models

    Use of data and evaluation to improve programming

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