Vision

Individuals nourished and communities strengthened by dancing, singing, and making music together. We commit to Stewardship, sustaining and cultivating these living traditions and the financial and cultural resources that have been entrusted to us. We embrace Creativity and Innovation, both in the living traditions we steward, and in the ways that we approach our own work and support communities. We believe that Participation is at the heart of the living traditions in our mission, and therefore we have a responsibility to ensure that everyone who wishes to do so has the tools and access they need to join in.

Goals

1. 1.Help affiliates adapt in a changing world- Provide support & leadership to set communities for long-term success by bringing people together, providing resources and learning opportunities
2. 2.Achieve financial sustainability CDSS will expand and diversify our funding streams in order to balance the budget, launch strategic initiatives, and sustain our mission into the future.
3. 3.Re-evaluate and update the CDSS membership model-Aim to develop an updated membership model that values current contributors, participants, and attracts new supporters