BASA’s vision is to be a connector-catalyst intermediary organisation that affects economic and social change through transformational business-arts partnerships.
History
BASA was founded in 1997 as a joint initiative between government and the private sector, as part of a strategy to secure greater involvement in the arts from businesses operating in South Africa. Established as a Section 21 company, BASA is constituted in terms of the Companies Act, and is registered as a public benefit organisation. Its delisting as a Schedule 3 entity has seen Business and Arts South Africa NPC register for VAT. BASA is accountable to its stakeholders – the government, BASA members and the creative sector.
Vision
Mission
We champion business investment in the creative sector, build capacity through programmes and funding, lead with insights that enhance commercial confidence, and grow public–private partnerships that strengthen the ecosystem.
Values
Collaboration
Mutually beneficial relationships are part of our DNA. To this end we value:
Teamwork
Partnerships
Sharing and learning
Innovation
Exploring new ideas for a sustainable future by prioritising:
Research
Creativity
Technology
Diversity
Every voice is heard.
For us diversity is about:
Inclusivity
Transformation
Representation
Agility
Responding creatively to our changing environment through:
Relevance
Flexibility
Responsiveness
Integrity
We value ethical behaviour and conduct ourselves with:
Trustworthiness
Consistency
Transparency
Team
Board Members
Team Members
