“When we listen to each other, we can fix what’s broken and shape what’s ahead.”

The Duncanville Forum leverages the influence of the arts to shape policy, strengthen community, and advance civic progress.

The Duncanville Forum for the Arts is a civic leadership initiative that positions the arts as a tool for strengthening public engagement, shaping local policy, and building community resilience. Through structured programs, artist-led projects, and civic partnerships, the Forum connects residents, artists, and public leaders around shared goals for Duncanville’s future.

The Forum supports leadership development, downtown revitalization, and policy innovation by embedding the arts into civic life. Whether activating vacant spaces or developing local talent, its work is guided by the belief that cultural engagement is a practical tool for solving problems and building stronger communities.

With a focus on public value, the Forum mobilizes creative insight, civic collaboration, and cultural resources—without relying on city funds. It is a responsive, independent initiative that complements existing efforts while opening new pathways for community participation, cultural investment, and shared impact.

HOW THE FORUM CREATES IMPACT:

• Builds civic fluency and leadership among artists, residents, and cultural advocates

• Informs local policy through dialogue, public input, and artist-led research

• Activates underused spaces with temporary, community-based arts projects

• Expands public access to cultural experiences and civic processes

• Strengthens cross-sector networks between government, education, business, and the arts

• Equips artists with the skills and visibility to lead community change

• Supports economic development through place-based creative initiatives