Based on local and national best practices for equity and inclusion work—and some promising applications in the local arts community—RACC has developed six building blocks to help organizations foster equitable access to the arts by increasing the participation of and engagement with diverse audiences. This framework draws from a comprehensive review of current research and best practices in addition to conversations with community leaders and professionals in local and national arts and culture organizations.
An Introduction to Engaging Diverse Audiences

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