Mission
Our mission is to connect and empower the queer creative community through a wide range of creative programming and resources. We focus on supporting diverse artists, with special attention to those most marganilized.
Vision
Our vision is to cultivate a thriving, multi-genre queer creative community. We aim to build a diverse art community where artists from all walks of life are welcomed and supported.
Values
Accessibility
We're committed to removing barriers, ensuring every creator and artist has equal opportunity to create and be heard. Our work is rooted in disability justice.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of working together. Collaboration fuels our creativity by bringing diverse talents and perspectives.
Community
Our strength lies in our community. It's a supportive network where every member's growth and well-being are as valued as their artistic contribution. We are all about “Community through creativity.
Co-creation
The best ideas are created together.
Empowerment
We provide two-spirit, trans, and queer artists what they need to thrive personally and creatively. It's fundamental to our approach that individuals can define what success looks like for themselves.
What do we do
Most of our activities at Queer Creator Connections fall into two categories: creative programming and resources. We organize a wide range of activities, workshops, performances and more to support creators wherever they are in their creative journey.
Creative Programming
Our programming encompasses a variety of workshops, exhibitions, and performance events, specifically tailored to the needs of the queer and gender-diverse artistic community
Resources
Our activites are expanding to include grants writing support, mentorship programs, and access to artistic tools, to further support the growth and development of artists and creators
Our Goals
We are all about celebrating and promoting queer creativity in all of its forms. All of our work within our community is led by our 3 goals.
Amplify diverse narratives and creators in the art community
Our focus is on challenging the existing norms within the art community to bring forward and elevate the voices and narratives that have been traditionally underrepresented. Priority is given to the experiences and artistic expressions of marginalized members within the queer community. We provide performance and exhibition opportunities, regularly run articles highlighting local talent, and advocate for greater diversity in the creative community.
Create spaces to foster connections and creativity
We recognize that community is a central aspect of creativity and vice versa. We call this building community through creativity and it’s what we’re all about. We host a variety of arts programming like workshops, drop-ins, and virtual sessions. These events are almost always closed spaces for Queer and gender diverse creators.
Support access to creativity
We are committed to addressing and overcoming the systemic and financial barriers that restrict access to the arts. Our approach includes providing support, resources, and guidance to ensure equitable access to artistic expression for all, particularly those who face the greatest obstacles in the current system. Currently, we run giveaways for supplies and are planning a grant program for creators.
Leadership Team
