About Us.

Mission

SHIFT is dedicated to advancing educational and professional opportunities for students, emerging artists, and scholars in the fine and performing arts and art history, both within the United States and abroad. Through comprehensive support services, including mentorship, application guidance, and access to curated funding resources, we seek to reduce systemic barriers to academic and professional development. Our mission is to cultivate a more innovative and sustainable future for emerging artists and scholars by ensuring equitable access to the tools necessary for success.

Vision

We envision a world where all individuals pursuing studies and careers in the fine and performing arts and art history—regardless of background, geography, or financial means—have equitable access to advancement opportunities. We strive to shape a more innovative and representative arts and academic ecosystem by fostering a global community of empowered creatives and scholars.