OUR PHILOSOPHY
Skool of Artistic Revelation (SOAR) utilizes the visual and performing arts to spark enlightenment. We engage youth to employ the socio-emotional benefits of the arts to build character and empower leaders that raise awareness and support movements for equity and social responsibility.
OUR MISSION
The mission of SOAR is to illuminate the visual and performing arts as a path toward enlightenment and improved quality of life.
Founded as a community based arts organization several years prior, SOAR incorporated as a non-profit in 2018 with a targeted focus on using art to raise awareness and support equity.
OUR vision & Values
SOAR envisions our mission being accomplished when Memphians experience racial, gender, educational, health & economic equity.
We Value:
- art making as a way to build confidence and activate communities
- providing opportunities for people to openly investigate their feelings, circumstances, and surroundings through art
- making artistic space for people to use their words for empowerment
Learn More About Our Founder
Jenita Nakamura
Prior to incorporating in 2018, our founder, Jenita Nakamura, began SOAR as a community based performance organization in order to fulfill her personal mission of unlocking hearts through the arts. Visit nakjently.com to learn about our founding CEO.