Our values and mission

The FCINY creates cross-cultural connections and opportunities within the fields of art, architecture, and design.
We strengthen impactful artistic collaborations, partnerships, and the exchange of
ideas between Finland and the United States.

OUR VALUES

Responsibility and Equity
The Institute leads with intersectional principles, centering the ethical, ecological, and sustainable well-being of our societies through the visual arts


Openness
The Institute recognizes and responds to timely phenomena, with an endlessly curious perspective 


Continuous Learning
Reflection, evaluation, and community feedback drives growth in every part of the Institute’s work

OUR Strategic Focus Areas

Create Opportunities for Artists, Architects, and Designers
Support professional arts communities in Finland and the U.S. through equitable residency programs, engaging public programming, and other support mechanisms.


Cultivate Connections and Partnerships
Develop existing and build new strategic partnerships that advance and amplify the capacity of the professional arts fields in Finland and the U.S.


Build Community
Deepen the Institute’s existing networks, building community around all functions. Reach new audiences in the United States and Finland through community outreach, and artist engagement.


Sustain the Institute’s Growth
Invest in fundraising to grow the Institute’s programming, seeking new opportunities through individual support, corporate partnerships, and institutional funders in the US and Finland.