To create a collaborative space activated by the community and designed to reflect the diversity of San José.
Using media and technology, provide equitable access to community members whose voices have historically been silenced, experiences invalidated, and access to resources blocked.
This is creative and civic engagement rooted in equity and designed to build community from the foundation up.
Open San José is a partnership and community engagement model based on equity and justice that not only increases access for underrepresented members of our community, but also puts their voices, stories, and experiences at the forefront of the work we do.
Open San José is designed with governance, shared values, and infrastructure in concert with partner organizations.
Through intentional value setting, we have created an environment for change makers where people feel safe being authentically themselves without judgment and with encouragement and support.
We envision Open San José as a model that can be replicated in other communities. We want to share what we learn.
Open San José is a unique community resource for creating, convening, and learning. The hub is designed to bring community members, nonprofits, artists, and change-makers together to tackle big issues.
The spaces at Open San José are cost-effective and offer accessible options for cultural and civic events that prioritize equity and social impact.
When you host your event at Open San José, you are supporting the local community and business ecosystem, helping offset costs for underrepresented community members and organizations with limited budgets.
