Kolaj Institute operates a number of initiatives meant to bring together community, investigate critical issues, and raise the standing of collage in the art world. Our philosophy is that if we bring artists together, explore ideas and concepts, share knowledge, we can stretch and develop as artists. When we bring that knowledge and skill into our communities, we raise the standing of collage and contribute to the civic discourse. Our activities include an Archive and Library in New Orleans; online Directories; Publishing of books, zines and magazines including Kolaj Magazine and PoetryXCollage; Exhibitions at Kolaj Institute; Residencies, Workshops, and Labs for professional artists virtually, at Kolaj Institute, and in Scotland; Events in New Orleans; and workshops for the New Orleans community.