New Urban Arts

Values

Our organizational and programmatic practice are guided by the following values:

Connection: Authentic Experiences and Bonds Fuel Us

We believe that everyone needs a mentor – someone to trust, to share honesty with, and enable us to be accountable to ourselves. We need spaces where it is encouraged to be ourselves, to have our own ideas and vision. We approach the arts as a way to help us feel connected to others and reminded what is essential.

Voice: Young People Prevail

All are welcome at New Urban Arts. The diverse voices of young people drive the direction of our programs and organization.

Risk: A Push into New and Positive Directions

Find beauty in mistakes or failure. Through accident or mishap, there are opportunities to learn. It is hard to dare when fear of screwing up, letting down, or reprisal looms; and, you can’t grow if you don’t dare. We actively seek ways to push each other out of our comfort zones to stay engaged and challenged.

Inclusion: Everyone is on Equal Footing

You can never tell where the next meaningful artwork will come from. You have to encourage everyone. We believe everyone is ready to inspire or be inspired, with something to teach or learn.

Leadership: The Baton is yours for the Taking

Anyone can lead a project. If we provide committed, passionate people with direction and support, their project will achieve its goals. The same person can be a supportive follower and a visionary on different projects. The ink on our job descriptions is always wet. Roles and responsibilities thankfully evolve here.

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