Mission
A Fairfax County, Virginia-based 501c (3) nonprofit corporation committed to building an international community of artists, teachers, students and families that fosters mutual respect, appreciation, joy, diversity, service, creativity and excellence.
Goals
- To empower and provide career support for international artists residing in the United States, especially in the states of Maryland and Virginia, and in the District of Columbia.
- To provide support in navigating international travel requirements such as like artist visas and immigration documentation.
- To help protect artists from predatorial employers, by encouraging transparency and clarity in the initial stages of the business relationship—coaching artists in navigating those professional dynamics and collecting data about arts organizations that have a positive history of ethical business practices.
- To serve as an incubator for artists in the emerging phase of their careers, cultivating their artistry, assisting with marketing and other skills and materials required to work professionally, providing opportunities for cross-cultural and interdisciplinary collaborations with other artists. To partner with emerging arts organizations, to provide support in recruiting, employing and retaining international artists.
- To nurture young artists by exposing them to dynamic arts professionals and instructors, and facilitating performances, classes and workshops.
- To enrich local communities through performance, service, and education opportunities
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Artists in Motion is a 501c(3) Non-Profit Organization. Your generous donation is tax-deductible.
