Through the power of the arts, Dreams of Hope provides the region’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, and allied (LGBTQA) youth a welcoming environment to grow in confidence, express themselves, and develop as leaders. Their creative contributions educate audiences, build awareness, and increase acceptance.
Our Vision.
Dreams of Hope sees a future where LGBTQ and all youth are nurtured, have freedom of expression, and live in communities that embrace them.
Our Core Values.
- All youth deserve respect.
- All people are creative.
- Creative expression connects people.
- Open dialogue is a foundation for empathy and peace.
- Multidisciplinary arts develop the entire person.
Our Goals.
- Creating a safe and accepting environment for all youth.
- Providing an interactive environment where youth create art with professional artists.
- Encouraging diverse populations to create art about their life experiences.
- Educating audiences on issues facing sexual and gender minorities.