Arts Advocacy
California Lawyers for the Arts believes that artists and arts organizations serve as agents of democratic involvement, innovation, and positive social change, and the growth of an empowered arts sector is essential to healthy communities. CLA’s leadership and services strengthen the arts for the benefit of communities throughout California.
Arts in Corrections
California Lawyers for the Arts (CLA) collaborates with state arts councils and local agencies to expand arts programs in correctional facilities across the U.S., including Louisiana, Ohio, Michigan, Texas, and New York. Supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Andy Warhol Foundation, and the Art for Justice Fund, CLA shares successful strategies and evaluations to enhance rehabilitation through the arts
California Lawyers for the Arts (CLA) fosters the intersection of art and environmental advocacy through dialogues and initiatives that amplify public awareness of pressing environmental issues. Collaborating with various partners, CLA has hosted events in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Sacramento, focusing on themes like climate justice and water conservation. These efforts are supported by organizations such as the National Endowment for the Arts and the Andy Warhol Foundation.
Effective advocacy involves speaking out on important issues through various channels. Learn key strategies for making your voice heard, from doing thorough research to communicating clearly and persuasively with public officials.
California Lawyers for the Arts collaborates with a diverse network of organizations dedicated to supporting and advancing the arts across California. These allies include advocacy groups, cultural institutions, and arts education organizations working together to strengthen the creative community.