Safety hosting, rights, and resources for artists at risk.
The New York City Artist Safe Haven Prototype was an initiative in partnership with Artistic Freedom Initiative, Westbeth Artists Community and Residency Unlimited to provide housing, support, and career development to international artists at risk of political, gender or religious persecution; in need a respite from dangerous situations; and from conflict regions anywhere in the world where repressive regimes severely limit freedom of expression. After a three-year period of development and publication of Artist Safety Hosting - A Guide to History, Ethics, & Practice based on lessons learned, the NYC Artist Safe Haven was integrated into the menu of Resettlement Assistance programs of Artistic Freedom Initiative in partnership with Residency Unlimited.
Safe, secure housing at Westbeth Artists Housing in New York City's West Village.
Professional, legal, and personal support services, plus connections to curators and arts professionals.
Public programming opportunities and integration into New York City's creative communities.