Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at PAC
Our Statement
The Petaluma Arts Center (PAC) acknowledges there are influential elements within political, cultural, and economic systems that grant access and recognition unequally. This can result in limited representation of diverse community members. As a community arts center, we resolve to create a space where people feel a sense of belonging, of feeling seen, heard, and understood.
We hold ourselves accountable to this important work by affirming and acknowledging the following:
That cultural equity is critical to a healthy and thriving community. Cultural equity addresses discrimination of people based on race, color, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, (dis)ability, and socioeconomic status by eliminating barriers and providing fair treatment, access, and opportunity.
That PAC will partner with diverse institutions and individuals through our programming, policies, and practices by representing varying points of view, by affirming our similarities and finding value and curiosity in our differences. We recognize that systemic change that truly challenges dominant culture thinking is an ongoing process.
That establishing an annual review of our diversity, equity and inclusion goals and collecting data to ensure measurable outcomes – by examining our board, staff, volunteers, and programming - is an essential part of PAC’s accountability.
As an institution, PAC believes that advancing a cultural consciousness of inclusion is crucial to our long-term viability and to serving our community with honesty, fairness, and humility.