Our mission
The Collaborative uses the arts as a catalyst to advance health equity and civic transformation — partnering with historically underserved populations, educational institutions and cross-sector partners to develop community-led solutions.
Gulfton Story Trail mural — public art created with community artists.
How we work
Community Centered
We start by listening, and build with the communities affected rather than for them.
Equity Driven
We focus on the barriers that keep some communities in worse health than others.
Arts as Catalyst
Creative work gives people a way to say what they are dealing with, and to be heard.
Shared Power
We aim to be clear about what we are doing, and answerable to the people we work with.
Work on the walls
We are still early, and building with partners as we go.
If you work in health, education, the arts or civic life in Greater Houston, we would like to hear from you.