Philadelphia Agreement

Art-Reach is bringing community leaders together to create a new standard for accessibility and inclusion.

Community-driven change

The Philadelphia Agreement is a shared commitment between the disability community and cultural organizations in Philadelphia. It is a commitment to community-driven change. This agreement is the catalyst that will make Philadelphia the most accessible city for independent arts engagement in the United States. 

Community Leader Coalition

The Community Leader Coalition is made up of 11 thought partners that will help lead the development of the Philadelphia Agreement through engagement of their respective networks and communities. Coalition members will meet quarterly to assess community-driven data and information for developing the framework toward the final collective agreement.

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Philadelphia City Hall walkway

Community Leader Coalition members

  • Michael Anderson, ARC of Philadelphia 
  • Jamie J. Brunson,  First Person Arts
  • Dawn Frisby Byers, PA Humanities  
  • Lee Etzold, HelloArts and  Audio Description Learning Network  
  • Aisha Zia Khan, Twelve Gates Arts
  • Vicki Landers, Disability Pride PA  
  • Anthony Martinez-Briggs, Actor, musician, educator, and activist 
  • Neil McDevitt, Deaf Hearing Communication Center   
  • Rachell Morillo, ICA Philadelphia  
  • Doris Parent, Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts
  • Gabriela Sanchez, Philadelphia Cultural Fund