Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access

Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression Statement 

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities condemns racism and all forms of systemic oppression against marginalized communities. We maintain a commitment to build an inclusive culture that reflects a diverse community, as well as our core values as an organization: to treat all people fairly, with dignity, and to celebrate and elevate the human experience.

In the spirit of specificity and authenticity, we acknowledge that the following marginalized communities require focus in our consciousness.  This list comprises communities that historically and contemporaneously experience discrimation; however we also recognize that other marginalized groups exist in our community and deserve our focus, attention, and consideration.  

• BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color)
• Latinx communities 
• AAPI (Asian American, Pacific Islander) 
• LGBTQIA2S+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersexual, Asexual, Two Spirit, Plus) 
• People with disabilities 
• Neurodivergent communities 
• Marginalized religious groups 
• Women

Equity Action Statement

The Arvada Center is dedicated to broadening the diversity of our programming and audiences, fostering meaningful relationships with our internal and external communities, and building a sense of belonging for all who visit us, work with us, and exist in community with us. We are committed to upholding intersectional and anti-racist principles and holding ourselves and our organization accountable by proactively ensuring that inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility are not just ideals we believe in but integral considerations to every department, program area, and decision at the Center.

We welcome you to learn more, share feedback, and provide accountability by contacting us at idea@arvadacenter.org.