Reimagine the power of arts and creativity for our planet and people
OUR PURPOSE
At Arts for Global Development (Art4Development.Net) we bring a multi-disciplinary, cross-sectoral and participatory approach to development and engage individuals and organizations worldwide in creating and maintaining arts-infused positive impact. We are a registered 501(c)3 educational nonprofit organization that champions the use and application of the arts and culture to challenge societal inequities and environmental degradation.
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Throughout history, the arts in any form and style have been the major common factor in linking people at any level, socio-political and economic status, age, ethnicity, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation and color.
The arts inspire creativity, give hope, empower individuals, bring new perspectives on processes, nurture cultural competency, and offer unconventional results that stimulate innovation, develop new industries, create jobs, products and services, economic well-being and quality of life.
Won’t you agree?
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Since 2002 we have been facilitating the creative sector and stakeholders of development collectively tackle socio-cultural, economic and ecological challenges and support underrepresented individuals and communities worldwide.
Let’s together make a positive difference.
NOW ON VIEW! Resilience & Reverberation, a multimedia exhibition curated by Art4Development.Net in collaboration with InterAction, is on display in Washington, D.C., from April 22 to October 31, 2025.
Showcasing both local and international artists, the exhibition explores themes of climate resilience, displacement, humanitarian crises, and equity through diverse mediums—thread, acrylic, clay, digital art, and more. Each piece tells a distinct story while collectively inspiring reflection, dialogue, and action.
Learn more and schedule a visit here.
Can sonic sculptures spark dialogue about pollution? Can sun-reflective street art help cool our cities and combat climate change? How do the culinary arts intersect with rooftop gardens, cultural heritage, and food justice?
In her latest article, Art4Development.Net founder Nil Navaie explores the vital role of the arts in shaping sustainable and smART urban environments. Read more at Arts Management Network.
Project H2O: Stories of Water virtual arts exhibition is now LIVE. Start exploring!
Project H2O: Reviving Waters Webinar discussing the intersection of the arts and water sustainability, and featuring select artists and their thought-provoking works. Learn more.
PAST EVENT: Feeling overwhelmed by constant change, stress, or burnout? You’re not alone.
Join us for an interactive virtual webinar with art therapist Thuli Wolf, where you’ll explore arts-based techniques to de-stress, heal, and regain clarity in times of uncertainty.
Save the date! April 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM U.S. EST – a free, 1-hour session designed to help you restore balance. Learn more about art therapy and register here.
