Our Impact

According to the Third Enabling Masterplan (2017–2021) published by the Ministry of Social and Family Development, it is estimated that there are about 518,585 persons with disabilities in Singapore. This means that roughly 1 out of every 7 individuals identifies as having a physical disability, a sensory disability, an intellectual disability and/or a developmental disability.

Alongside SG Enable, ARTDIS (Singapore) Ltd is one of the few charities in Singapore that serves all persons with disabilities. The only difference? We do so through the medium of the arts because we believe in its power to heal spirits, open minds and connect hearts. Numerous studies have shown that the visual and performing arts help to:

• Develop control and coordination in fine and gross motor skills, as well as a spatial awareness of surroundings.
• Strengthen communication and comprehension skills such as observing, listening, writing and speaking.
• Nurture creative expression and broaden one’s worldview.
• Improve memory and concentration, as well as manage emotions and behaviours.

At ART:DIS, we go one step further beyond just mere art discovery. We support our students to become artists by providing them with a structured pathway to upskill towards professionalism, enabling and empowering them to:

• Apply discipline, structure and passion to their daily lives.
• Have a voice and understand that they have every right to occupy space in society.
• Gain self-acceptance, self-confidence and self-worth.
• Be financially independent.