Released by the Arts Education Alliance in March 2026, A Collective Vision for Equity in Arts Education is a shared advocacy agenda centered on ensuring every student has access to a high-quality arts education. The Executive Summary of the agenda provides an overview of the Arts Education Alliance’s key issues and policy priorities, impact and vision, and unified advocacy efforts. For a more in-depth look at our shared commitment to expand access across all arts disciplines, strengthen systems of support for educators, and elevate the role of the arts in schools and communities nationwide, review our full Collective Vision.

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Category

  • Advocacy
  • Federal Advocacy & Public Policy
  • Program Development

Resource Type

  • Publication

Year Added

2026

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