In sustained partnerships, leadership becomes shared. Partners within effective partnerships assume a shared sense of ownership in the collaborative program. Effective partnerships are creative. The organization and structure of sustainable partnerships must be flexible. Strong partnerships survive setbacks.
Effective partnerships engage multiple community sectors.
Good community arts and education partnerships involve multiple artistic and academic disciplines. The arts are valued for themselves and for their capacity to enhance student learning. Sustained partnerships are concerned comprehensively with education. Partnerships are best sustained when there is support at all levels of partner organizations. Effective partnerships invest in the professional development of their personnel.