Our mission and values

Our mission

We aim to connect creative practitioners globally and provide them with a platform to showcase their talents, express themselves, and engage with others. Lylac fosters connection and collaboration without the interference of algorithms that could undermine their work.

Our values

Connection

Online creative communities are currently scattered across the internet, limiting their interaction. By creating a unified environment where diverse creative communities can converge, we aim to foster active connectivity between individuals and disciplines. This approach seeks to break through the isolated environments in which many creatives find themselves.

Collaboration

Creativity cannot existing in isolation. Everything that we design and create is rooted in the objective to enrich our ability to collaborate with each other. We are constantly working on novel ways to achieve this and are proud to deliver Open Calls and Folders- two deeply versatile and accessible features.

Equality

We are committed to supporting independent creative practitioners, ensuring they have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Everyone should be able to express their creativity in a professional setting. Our platform simplifies the process of showcasing your work, establishing your brand, and connecting with your community.

Independence

Aligned with our commitment to supporting independent creative practitioners, we strive to gain independence from the large corporate platforms that dominate social media. These platforms, controlled by a few individuals, dictate who sees your work and how it is presented. By creating a community-led platform, we aim to challenge this monopoly and provide a space where your voice can be heard without interference.

Expression

We believe in the right to full, independent human expression. On Lylac, you can openly express your identity and your creative practice through various mediums. Creatives think in diverse ways, and their expression should reflect that. Our platform allows you to share visual, written, and collaborative projects, giving you complete control over your online creative identity.

Community Knowledge

We are committed to continuously listening to our users and enhancing the platform to better serve creative needs. With your feedback, we strive to develop new ways for creatives to express themselves and their work. Our promise is to keep Lylac community-focused and constantly evolving to meet the needs of our users.