With the events over the last few weeks, and many communities targeted for federal immigration raids, we've seen fear, unrest, program cancelations, and disruption. I want to reaffirm our values—all communities deserve access and inclusion in arts and culture, and all deserve respect, dignity, and rights under the law. We invite you to explore and share the County’s Know Your Rights resources.

Our diverse communities play a vital role in contributing to the rich cultural heritage of Los Angeles County. And culture has the power to bring people together, support free expression, build empathy, and use creativity to heal. Despite the challenges around us, from federal and local budget cuts, to ongoing needs in wildfire recovery, our collective work in arts and culture perseveres. We share opportunities and updates below...