ARCS aims to create a community of scholars that is welcoming, inclusive, supportive, and inspiring. As such, ARCS promotes the free exchange of ideas and supports equal opportunities and equal treatment of all participants, regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, immigration status, veteran status, religion or religious belief, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, socioeconomic status, or employment status.

ARCS acknowledges that members of certain groups are underrepresented in mathematics due to systematic bias and prejudice. ARCS makes every effort to invite, encourage, and support members of underrepresented groups in its activities.

ARCS makes every effort to maintain an environment free of conduct that undermines the integrity of ARCS and its mission. In particular, ARCS works to maintain an environment that is free of harassment in any form, even though it does not control the behavior of third parties. A commitment to a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment is expected of all who are involved in ARCS activities, including mathematicians, students, guests, staff, contractors, and participants in mathematics sessions and social events.