Statement of Ethical Values:
At Jai Smith Art, we are committed to upholding the following ethical values:
- Community Investment: We prioritize using profits to reinvest in the community through free or heavily discounted art education for passionate individuals in need.
- Financial Sustainability: We ensure that our business covers all expenses, including space, materials, promotion, and fair wages for artists, with a commitment to paying artists a wage equivalent to a highly skilled qualified person’s average wage.
- Artistic Integrity: We maintain a space equipped with studios and exhibition areas to facilitate artistic expression and promote societal dialogue for real change.
- Inclusivity and Fairness: We foster inclusivity, fairness, and accessibility for all individuals, providing free exhibitions, lessons, and opportunities for emerging artists.
- Advocacy and Social Justice: Our art serves as a voice for the marginalized, challenging social taboos, promoting fair social justice, and advocating for equality and liberation from capitalist constraints.
- Integrity in Decision-Making: We establish a board of directors to oversee business decisions, ensuring alignment with our core values of expression, socio-political narrative, and financial responsibility.
- Continuous Improvement: We uphold a strict code of ethics and commit to continuous evaluation and improvement to better serve our community and promote positive societal growth.
By adhering to these ethical values, we strive to make meaningful contributions to our community and society at large through the transformative power of art.