About us

At Artizan International we are changing attitudes towards disability here in the UK and overseas

Our Vision - A world where people with disabilities are empowered, included,and thriving; living independent, creative, and fulfilling lives through real-world opportunities, caring communities, and room to grow.

Our Mission - Is to transform the lives of people with disabilities, enabling fulfilling, independent futures through social enterprise, hospitality, and community inclusion. Rooted in compassion and integrity, we co-produce sustainable programmes that build skills, opportunity, and visibility in the UK and South America. Positively changing attitudes, championing every individual and fostering a more equitable, joyful future over the next three years.

Key Activities
We deliver training programmes for people living with disability across our cafés and shops in both Harrogate and Peru, alongside skills-based workshops in crafts, art, printmaking, textiles, and candle making. Our programmes lead to independence and meaningful work opportunities.

Our outreach initiatives include social events for our members, SEN art classes for children, and our Mosaics for Schools programme, where our disabled artists visit schools to teach mosaic techniques while helping to break down stigmas around disability.

We also design and sell products created by our artists and artisans in both Harrogate and South America, available both online and in our Harrogate shop.