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PTEOE Livestreams Educate, Engage Members Self-Tape, Tax Prep, Getting Back to Work and More Explored S AG-AFTRA's educational opportunities further a member's craft, strengthen solidarity and help navigate the unique challenges of life as a performer or broadcaster. While in-person events are temporarily suspended across the country in compliance with local and state safety ordinances, the President's Task Force on Education, Outreach & Engagement is keeping members connected, engaged and informed online. With input from member leaders across the country, the PTEOE, chaired by President Gabrielle Carteris, is producing a series of livestream events addressing a number of issues our members are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. "During a time when so many are isolated, it's more important than ever that SAG-AFTRA members remain connected to each other," said Carteris. "With these livestream PTEOE events, we are able to come together to share critical information about your career and dealing with COVID-19 challenges." On April 7, Carteris hosted the PTEOE's Unemployment Assistance livestream, which was moderated by SAG-AFTRA Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel Duncan Crabtree-Ireland. Over 4,000 people tuned in for advice from the featured unemployment insurance experts. Following on this successful program, on May 5 the PTEOE livestreamed Taxes for the Performing Artist with Sandra Karas, a tax attorney, SAG-AFTRA member and secretary-treasurer of Actors' Equity Association. Additionally, Karas is the PTEOE continues on page 24