London-based concept retail label APOC Store introduces the new 'APOC Grants' to support upcoming new talents in the world of design and art. The retail space rests on the foundation of creating a platform for marginalized artists and designers that are contributing to the new generation's art scene.
These grants support the mission of bringing hope to help those who need it the most. APOC Store releases a statement, "The fashion and art industry tends to favor those with financial advantage and the social connections required to network [...] it is also harder to break through for communities excluded from mainstream social, economic, educational, and/or cultural life. Examples of marginalized populations include, but are not limited to, groups excluded due to race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical ability, language, and/or immigration status."
Marginalized Communal Art Grants
APOC Store Launches Grants to Support Designers and Artists
Trend Themes
1. Marginalized Art Support - More businesses can follow APOC's lead in providing grants and platforms for marginalized artists and designers.
2. Inclusive Industry Initiatives - Investing in programs that support diversity and inclusion can lead to innovation in industries such as fashion and art.
3. Empowering Underrepresented Talent - Providing resources and funding to underrepresented communities can bring new perspectives and disrupt stagnant industries.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Grants and initiatives like APOC's can revolutionize the way the fashion industry approaches diversity and inclusion.
2. Art - Similar grants can help to showcase unknown artists and disrupt the traditional art industry.
3. Design - Investing in underrepresented talent in design can lead to new and innovative design solutions.