Collective defined
—A term used to describe any moral, political, or social outlooks that focus on human interdependence.
—The philosophical underpinnings of collectivism are often related to holism or organicism— the view that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

The arts contribute to the development of our sense of identity, both as individuals and as members of society, and galvanize community engagement and participation on issues that impact the quality of life for everyone.

The place of the arts in establishing vibrant communities is now widely understood. Arts practitioners have a key role in envisioning, designing and presenting creative and imaginative propositions to the public realm.

The Global Arts Collective is a gathering of liberal, performing and visual artists dedicated to working for a better world.

Liberal arts include languages, literature, history, philosophy, mathematics, law, science, music, and interdisciplinary arts such as architecture, town planning and the healing arts, and includes poets, writers, genealogists, lore and tradition bearers.

Performing arts include theatre, film, drama, comedy, music, dance, opera, magic, etc. and includes actors, comedians, singers, storytellers, public speakers, dancers and musicians.

Visual arts include the fine arts of painting, sculpture, photography, illustration, animation, filmmaking, landscape design, applied art and craft which includes ceramics, jewellery making, and others, that focus on the creation of artworks which are primarily visual in nature.