MISSION STATEMENT
The Berkeley Slam is the longest running slam on the West Coast and has been an integral part of the Berkeley arts community for over 20 years. It provides a space for local writers/artists/performers/etc. to explore and perfect their own craft while also showcasing some of the most talented artists in the country (and beyond).
The Berkeley Slam’s top commitment is community – its building, its maintaining, and its safeguarding. We welcome persons of any and all genders, sexualities, ethnicities, abilities, ages, etc. The Berkeley Slam values freedom of speech and thus does not limit, moderate, or otherwise censor any content, and so there is a blanket trigger warning for all Berkeley Slam events. However, we strive to create a constructive atmosphere of equality, sensitivity, and progress, one that encourages discussion and actively opposes marginalization of any persons or group. Our goal isn’t tolerance of diversity, but its empowerment and alliance.
The Berkeley Slam’s top commitment is community – its building, its maintaining, and its safeguarding. We welcome persons of any and all genders, sexualities, ethnicities, abilities, ages, etc. The Berkeley Slam values freedom of speech and thus does not limit, moderate, or otherwise censor any content, and so there is a blanket trigger warning for all Berkeley Slam events. However, we strive to create a constructive atmosphere of equality, sensitivity, and progress, one that encourages discussion and actively opposes marginalization of any persons or group. Our goal isn’t tolerance of diversity, but its empowerment and alliance.