The Nitty Gritty
Nova Arts Hub is a creative space where you can dream, heal, reflect, and resist. We’re dedicated to bringing together individuals from cultures that have historically been oppressed, using art as a tool to explore new paths toward cross-cultural liberation.
Contact: novaartshub@gmail.com
What Makes Nova Different? Is this just another art gallery?
Nova Art Hub focuses on programming that intersects art with culture, community, and liberation. We know that artists have always been at the forefront of social movements and major changes in the world. We know that the artistic way of thinking- the designer of ideas- is absolutely essential in re-imagining a world where marginalized communities can thrive.
Nova Art Hubs hopes to connect artists, cultural workers, and community organizers to use art as a tool in building resilient and liberated communities. Through art as a focal point, we can find innovative approaches to understanding strengths, challenges, and opportunities for a better future for our communities. While some programs will be directly linked to this, most of the events focus on skill sharing, building relationship, and community (the important but often forgotten themes in these conversations).
Who Is Nova For?
Nova Arts Hub is for community members who come from historically oppressed communities and who have an interest in using creativity to create new paths towards liberation. When we say 'historically oppressed', we mean from communities (cultural, genetically, based on an identity...) that has been or currently faces oppression. This may mean people from the global majority (Black, Indigenous, people of colour, etc), from cultures that have been oppressed, queer and trans folks, etc. Note: these examples are non-exhaustive.
While there are spaces specific for Indigenous folks, Black folks, Queer folks, newcomers, etc..., there are very few spaces where we can come together. What makes Nova Arts Hub unique is that is offers a space for cross-cultural collaboration, creating cross-cultural solidarity and reflection among community members.
Vision
Our vision at Nova Arts Hub is to create a space where individuals from oppressed cultures can come together through art to envision and pursue cross-cultural liberation. We aim to foster a creative community that inspires, heals, and empowers, driving innovative approaches to building resilience and celebrating diverse artistic expressions.
Mission
We are dedicated to facilitating artistic gatherings, events, and retail opportunities that inspire creativity, foster cross-cultural understanding, and empower our community. By providing a welcoming space for diverse voices, we aim to explore new paths toward liberation and resilience. Our goal is to nurture artistic expression and build lasting connections that drive positive change within and beyond our community.