Mission and Values
MISSION: Carpe Diem Arts' mission is to inspire creative self-expression that empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and builds better futures, while also supporting the livelihoods of master teaching and performing artists who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
VISION: Through shared arts experiences in the visual, literary and performing arts, individuals and groups find common ground, discover new talents and interests, and build lasting relationships.
VALUES: Our guiding values are social justice, diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and joy--- employing the arts to unite, energize and inspire us to create the change we need to see in the world. Bringing the arts to life in ways that matter and make a difference.
ANTI-RACISM AND NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Carpe Diem Arts prohibits discrimination and provides equal opportunities in a respectful environment for all individuals and communities, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental health, disability, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, or any other status that may or may not be protected by law or local policies.
We commit to and promote anti-racism, anti-discrimination, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organization and through our programs. We intentionally choose to support the livelihoods of master teaching and performing artists who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We denounce racism, hate, injustice, and prejudice against individuals, communities, and around the world. We employ the arts to unite, energize and inspire us to create the change we need to see in the world.