Statement Arts Inc

Statement Arts is a not-for-profit organization that believes in the power of an integrated arts education to cultivate the next generation of leaders who can inspire social and cultural change. Our holistic approach supports young people and offers the space for them to find their voices and add their statements to the world. We channel creativity to educate, to enhance intellectual performance, to empower and guide, and to build self-esteem. Statement Arts is committed to giving our students an intercultural and interdisciplinary arts experience to which they do not have access. Statement Arts believes in the power of art to inspire social, cultural, and environmental education to further a legacy of responsible global citizenship.

Statement Arts was conceived at the High School for Environmental Studies (HSES), an underserved public high school in New York City's Hell's Kitchen in 2003. Inspiration for our current youth programming: the StART Dreaming College Prep Program and our StART Young Summer Music and Theater Program, stemmed from the success of our work at HSES. In 2010, we left the New York City public school system to help level the academic playing field for disenfranchised kids through the exploration of their artistic talents. We reach young people at the most critical time in their development.  We encourage them to believe in themselves and are there with the practical resources to help them to achieve their goals.  Our alumni network extends the positive support, offering guidance and encouragement as our students navigate their college years through programming like our StART Design Lab & Studio.