California for the Arts is in solidarity with the  immigrant community, which is being targeted by Federal actions. We recognize the vital role that all immigrants play in our cultural communities and national heritage. We affirm that all people—regardless of immigration status—deserve respect, dignity, due process guaranteed by the US Constitution,  and the opportunity to achieve the American Dream.

As your statewide arts advocacy organization, we are dedicated to safeguarding artistic freedom of expression, promoting cultural diversity, and enhancing access to civic engagement. We consider artists and culture bearers to be essential to our shared humanity and visionaries for the future of democracy.

We reject the current federal policy efforts to dehumanize, criminalize, and divide undocumented immigrant families. We support the undocumented community and the fight for justice, equality, and opportunity for all.