Being an empowering and unified voice to amplify historically underserved artists and communities and change for arts organizations and artists through critical education, support and facilitation of learning around values that include access, pluralism and inclusion.
Facilitating conversations with civic stakeholders to build an understanding of the importance of the arts for the common good; and to secure continued financial support and recognition for theatre, dance, and opera, from all levels of government.
Connecting members with each other through a range of platforms for learning, exchange and integrated community building.
Maintaining a dialogue with performing arts organizations and arts workers to actively support and respond to their evolving needs through the reassessment of TAPA programs and services.
Embracing the experiences of the TAPA membership, Board and Committee members from across organizations and disciplines to elevate all voices.
Maintaining a strong and supportive team to implement fluidity and transparency as an essential practice to be a catalyst for effective change.
