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Cultural Life and the Arts
CULTURAL LIFE OVERVIEW
Highlights HIGHLIGHTS
Innovations INNOVATIONS
Civic Agenda CIVIC AGENDA
Research RESEARCH
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CULTURAL LIFE INDICATORS
At-A-Glance AT-A-GLANCE
2.1 Contribution to Metro Boston’s Competitive Edge
2.2 Boston as an Exciting Regional Destination
2.3 Impact of Arts Organizations on Community Life
2.4 Vibrant Expressions of Cultural Diversity
2.5 Opportunities for Arts Education
2.6 Equitable Access to Cultural Participation
2.7 Public Funding and Support for the Arts

An Emerging Civic Agenda

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A Dynamic Civic Culture A Dynamic and Open Civic Culture
GOAL:  Inclusive, collaborative and strategic civic leadership and structures. Read more.
Human Resources World Class Human Resources
GOAL: Breakthroughs in human development—from pre-K-16 education and lifelong learning to healthy child development and aging—that support a dynamic workforce, a high quality of life for all, and a shared sense of belonging, safety and well-being. Read more.
21st Century Jobs 21st Century Jobs & Economic Strategies
GOAL: Innovative, collaborative economic strategies that build on the region’s core strengths, tackle its greatest challenges, root good jobs, and broaden economic opportunity. Read more.
21st Century Infrastructure 21st Century Infrastructure
GOAL: Vibrant, healthy, sustainable and thriving communities with affordable housing choices for all residents, and access to technology, culture, transit and recreation in livable communities and job centers throughout the region.  Read more.

WHAT IS A CIVIC AGENDA?

Analysis and interpretation of current trend data to create common ground and shared understanding

Agreement, through dialogue, debate and discourse, on the nature of key challenges, threats, opportunities and goals

Alignment on long-term goals and short-term targets

Action to leverage assets and achieve impact through collaborative strategies, partnerships, and alliances, public/private initiatives and personal commitments

More Information

Acting Locally: An Emerging Civic Agenda, from the 2004 Boston Indicators summary report.

Convening Notes and Research