Vision: To create an arts community in Kansas City where women artists feel included, valued, and supported.

Mission: To provide programs and services that address issues that are relevant to women artists in Kansas City and advance women’s equity in the arts.

Goals:

1. Assist UMKC in achieving its goal to create excellent programs in visual and performing arts on campus and in the community.

2. Develop and sponsor programming that enhances the creative skills of women and assist in their development and advancement as arts professional

3. Build networks and promote collaboration among UMKC, local artists, and community organizations to serve and support a diverse community of women artists;

4. Recognize, celebrate, and promote awareness of the multicultural realities of women’s lives, particularly across race, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, class, age, and abilities

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