Why your corporation needs to join the movement and commission a sculpture artwork now
The business case to join the movement is overwhelming:
An opportunity to showcase your CSR values
A highly visible sculpture artwork supporting your employees’ mental wellness makes a clear statement that your business is forward-thinking, committed to societal betterment, considers purpose over profit and is willing to publicly align your actions with your stated values.
A proven success both locally and globally
This highly visible awareness campaign offers forward thinking organisations a transformative opportunity to make a clear statement that they are committed to embracing Corporate Social Responsibility and leading the way in fostering meaningful change. By commissioning a sculpture for your business, you will be joining an ever-growing list of many of Ireland’s, and the world’s, top corporations. The commitment is small, the benefits, (both tangible and intangible) are enormous.
An opportunity to be a leader in broader societal change
By becoming involved you can become a thought leader in promoting mental well-being and help us achieve broader change at a societal level and reduce stigmas of all kinds, one conversation at a time. You are also helping us continue growing the movement and bringing this important awareness campaign to other businesses, sporting organisations, community groups, colleges and schools.
The linkage to business results is undeniable
Studies consistently show that organisations who are committed to empathy, inclusivity and social responsibility are rewarded with better reputation amongst key stakeholders, better talent retention and improved productivity, profitability and competitiveness.
An excellent staff engagement initiative throughout the process
Creating your own bespoke sculpture artwork can be an innovative, collaborative and creative process. Many organisations engage their staff in the design process by running an art competition with the winning entry (or entries) forming the artistic brief for a professional artist to interpret.
The impact of stigma reduction cannot be overstated. By addressing the root causes of mental health struggles and fostering a supportive environment, there is a greater chance that individuals at risk of SELF-HARM will be more likely to seek help without fear
Through my love of mental health art, the ‘ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM’ art project was conceptualised. What started as a national effort is quickly becoming a global awareness campaign as, in the short period of time since we launched, a “who’s who” of global corporations have joined the movement and adopted elephants to help encourage everyone to talk about the elephant in the room, mental health. Let’s all start the conversation around mental health issues, from the school yard to the board room. Because, regardless of age, sex and status, we all need to feel more comfortable about discussing our vulnerabilities. It is no longer acceptable to just ‘suck it up,’ ‘get on with life’ or to ‘deal with it’, clichés I was often told. So, I am appealing to you to show that you, your company, organisation, sporting club and community are determined to make talking about mental health a priority and that help is available to everybody in your organisation. Lives are being lost every day through suicide and Ireland sadly continues to have one of the highest suicide rates in Europe. Let’s work together to eradicate that number and to protect each other so that nobody else is lost. I would be indebted if you would agree to participate by adopting an elephant for your organisation; you would be in exceptional company as many high-profile businesses, celebrities and artists have already generously agreed to be a part of the Elephant in the Room art initiative, which is quickly becoming a hugely successful mass participation event. Together we can help reframe the conversation about mental health in Ireland, so that at some stage in the perfect world, the elephant in the room will no longer exist. What a dream that would be!
CREATE A BESPOKE SCULPTURE ARTWORK TO DISPLAY IN YOUR COMPANY FOYER
ENGAGING AUDIENCES AND IGNITING CONVERSATIONS WITH VISUAL ART
Request a sculpture artwork themed around your brand colours, business area or another creative direction of your choosing.
Engage your employees from the outset with a staff art competition to create an elephant sculpture themed around stigma, mental health, or any other creative direction relevant to your business. The winning entry (or an amalgam of the best entries) is then given to a professional artist who will decorate your sculpture to this brief.
Select an artist you like to create a unique sculpture artwork in their own style.
Or, if you’re in a hurry to get your elephant sculpture, you can select one of the lovely artworks we have already created and use for events and exhibitions.
