With support from the California Arts Council, Create CA, a collective impact coalition, will execute strategies to
insure every student receives a standards-based high quality arts education in every arts discipline starting in
kindergarten and continuing through high school. These strategies include expansion of the Data Project,
widespread adoption of the Declaration of Student Rights to Equity in Arts Learning, Leadership Development,
and implementation of a statewide Public Will Campaign.
Create CA works to fulfill its mission through three programs:
The Arts Now program trains advocates to work with local school boards, design strategic arts education plans, and improve resources for arts education. Participants receive strategic coaching, training, communications support, and micro-grants.
The Student Voices program provides leadership training and advocacy opportunities for current public school students. Our annual Student Arts Advocacy Day is the largest arts advocacy training event for high schoolers in California.
Lastly, Create CA’s public will program influences decision-makers, raises awareness about the benefits of arts education, and increases access to and participation in the arts.

