Our Mission
& Vision
Groundswell brings together young people, artists, and community organizations to use art as a tool for social change.
We envision a future where collaborations in art and community storytelling empower young artists and activists to use their creativity as a force for justice, connection, and collective expression across NYC.
Groundswell’s Theory of Change
Young people are ready to speak, create, and lead.
What they need are spaces where they can express themselves, gain visibility, and embrace civic power. For too many, especially in disinvested communities, their stories get erased, their creativity overlooked, and their civic power dismissed. We believe in social justice. It is a critical lens that guides how we see and act, without overshadowing the core logic of our change process, which is centered on youth creativity, leadership, and community transformation.
We Believe
Young People Are capable change agents in their communities
Art Can shift power through dialogue
Social Change Requires equity and collaboration
