AAK Vision
To be an international center recognized for social innovation using the arts
AAK Mission
Identify, nurture and link artists locally and internationally to opportunities for social impact
AAK Values
Integrity, passion, professionalism, social consciousness, and innovation
Established in 2013, Afrika Art Kollective is an East African art collaborative that focuses on organizing innovative projects to address social and economic issues affecting Kyebando, a poverty-stricken pre-urban slum on the outskirts of Kampala, the capital city of Uganda.
AAK does this by identifying, nurturing and linking artists, and facilitating them to work collectively in addressing/responding to social issues; sparking reaction/debate, and enhancing social dialogue about issues prevalent in communities. By facilitating regional collaboration between artists, and by creating markets for artistes’ productions, AAK seeks to build self-sustainable artists who are vehicles for positive social change.
Why it matters
AAK provides a space for creative self-expression where it is sorely needed. Its programs provide financial independence for its participants as well as inspiration and pride in the neighborhood for the community at large.
The programs are heavily focused on recycling and contribute to reducing waste and awareness of broader ecological issues in Kampala.
