Resolutions

Arts and Business Partnerships Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Adopted at the 86th Annual Meeting in 2018

WHEREAS, the arts allow individuals an opportunity to deepen their connections to and discover new facets of their communities "?whether that be defined by gender identity, orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, socio-economic standing, or industry"? through self-expression and exploration; and

WHEREAS, the arts expose people to the multi-faceted creativity, traditions, and histories of various communities, and encourage conversations between what may be perceived as different groups; and

WHEREAS, businesses recognize the value of diverse workforces in driving innovation, strengthening brand reputation, and encouraging teamwork, and are investing resources to recruit and retain diverse talent; and

WHEREAS, research conducted by American for the Arts and the Conference Board found that "the arts can be an important component of diversity and inclusion strategies because of the opportunity to support the cultures of minority employees;"?

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the United States Conference of Mayors reaffirms the value of the arts in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion; and

BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, that The United States Conference of Mayors encourages businesses to leverage arts-based partnerships to achieve internal and external diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.

 

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