The primary mission of Broadside Lotus Press in the 21st century is to provide processes, structures and literature to engender and support a literate, politically conscious, socially responsible community capable of giving clear voice to the reality, experiences, needs and struggles of humanity. The realities of the 21st century reflect the growth and expansion of the post-industrial information era, in which power is based on the control and manipulation of knowledge by groups of people who share a common history, race/ethnicity, and place in the world.
In this knowledge-dominated age, Broadside Lotus Press will identify and support young writers who possess an awareness of the dynamics governing 21st Century life, and understanding of the ways in which these dynamics impact our communities, and the talent and skills necessary to clearly and persuasively articulate our current challenges and achievements as a people.