Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs and Issues**: NEH initiatives such as "American Tapestry," "Humanities Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence," "Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative," and "United We Stand: Connecting Through Culture" directly address critical societal issues like democracy, equity, climate change, and social cohesion[1].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: By promoting civics education, understanding cultural heritage, fostering mutual respect for diverse beliefs and cultures, and developing media and information literacy, NEH grants contribute to a more informed and empathetic society[3].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: Initiatives like the "Pacific Islands Cultural Initiative" and "United We Stand: Connecting Through Culture" aim to strengthen cultural and educational sectors and combat hate-motivated violence, respectively, which are crucial for positive social change[1].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: NEH's network of 56 humanities councils brings humanities education, lifelong learning, and public humanities programming to local communities, enhancing community well-being and engagement[4].