Who We Are
VIVA (Vancouverโs Iranian Visual Arts) Alliance is a non-profit organization operating from the traditional, ancestral, and the unceded territory of the xwmษฮธkwษyฬษm (Musqueam), Sแธตwxwฬฑรบ7mesh (Squamish), and sษlรญI lwษtaษฌ (Tsleil- Waututh) Nations. This organization is comprised of a creative group of art professionals and academics dedicated to increasing opportunity and visibility for Iranian-Canadian artists through curatorial services and support. VIVA is committed to facilitating a meaningful and inclusive inter-cultural dialogue among artists and diverse communities, especially other BIPOC Arts leaders and change makers, collectively contributing to the cultural enrichment of our society.
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To engage the artists and the community in exchange of knowledge and ideas, collectively contributing to the cultural enrichment of our society.
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To create a platform that facilitates accessibility of visual arts and increases the visibility of local artists.
Build a supportive network of artists and art professionals who collectively contribute to Vancouverโs cultural environment.
Collaborate with other organizations and cultural connectors to promote an inclusive inter- cultural dialogue.
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Members of VIVA Alliance are at the heart of our mission to celebrate and support the arts. By joining our community, youโre not only helping to sustain a vibrant platform for artists and exhibitions but also contributing to a space where creativity thrives and connections are forged.
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401-353 Railway Street
Vancouver, BC V6A 1A4