ArtRISE @ Dorsett aims to move beyond awareness by giving neurodiverse artists an ongoing platform to showcase and sell their work, while connecting creativity with recognition, participation and new opportunities.
SUBANG JAYA: ArtRISE @ Dorsett is set to give neurodiverse artists something more lasting than a temporary exhibition — a year-long platform where their creative works can be seen, appreciated and sold.
A collaboration between Pertubuhan Rentak, Irama, Seni & Ekspresi (R.I.S.E.) and Dorsett Grand Subang, the initiative aims to connect artistic expression with meaningful opportunities for individuals whose talents may not always receive the recognition they deserve.
At the heart of the programme is a year-long art showcase and sales initiative featuring original works by neurodiverse artists at Dorsett Grand Subang.
Unlike conventional exhibitions that run for a limited period, ArtRISE @ Dorsett will remain active throughout the year, with artworks refreshed and replenished as pieces are sold.
This provides participating artists with an ongoing platform to display and sell their creations, while hotel guests, visitors and members of the public have the opportunity to discover and engage with their work.
For R.I.S.E. president Datin Hasnah Abdul Rahman, the initiative represents an important step towards moving inclusion beyond awareness campaigns and into practical opportunities.
“We want to move beyond simply talking about inclusion. We want to create opportunities where neurodiverse individuals can actually participate, contribute, earn and be recognised for what they can do.
“Art and creativity give us a powerful starting point because talent does not need a label. It needs an opportunity to be seen, nurtured and given a platform,” she said.
The initiative also brings in Yayasan Insan Istimewa Selangor (YANIS) as a community partner, with nine striking batik artworks by its neurodiverse artists set to be displayed at the Executive Lounge of Dorsett Grand Subang and offered for sale.
The vibrant and dynamic pieces add another creative dimension to ArtRISE @ Dorsett, showcasing the artistic expression of YANIS participants while giving their work an opportunity to reach hotel guests, art enthusiasts and potential buyers. Their inclusion reinforces the initiative’s aim of creating meaningful platforms where artists with different abilities can gain visibility, recognition and opportunities through their work.
ArtRISE @ Dorsett Connects Creativity With Opportunity
The collaboration is not limited to visual art. It will also introduce ArtRISE @ Dorsett Live!, a performance platform featuring R.I.S.E. and Unveiling Uniqueness talents.
Through music and creative performances, neurodiverse individuals will have opportunities to share their abilities with hotel guests and wider audiences.
For R.I.S.E. deputy president Edwin Nathaniel, who has been closely involved in mentoring and supporting neurodiverse talents, providing a stage is about much more than a performance.
“When we give neurodiverse talents a stage, we are not simply giving them a chance to perform. We are giving them a chance to discover what they are capable of, to build confidence and to be recognised by society,” he said.
He added that opportunities should continue beyond the stage, allowing talents to develop, perform and explore possibilities in the wider community.
The collaboration will also see the introduction of R.I.S.E. Champions 1.0, an initiative recognising neurodiverse individuals for their talent, courage, creativity and personal journeys.
Rather than being positioned as a conventional competition, the initiative celebrates individual achievements and the determination shown by participants as they continue developing their abilities.
A Wider Role For Hospitality
The partnership also highlights how businesses can contribute to a more inclusive community by opening up their spaces, networks and platforms.
Datin Jasmine Abdullah Heng, vice-chairman of Dorsett Hospitality International Malaysia, said hospitality should extend beyond welcoming guests to creating opportunities for the communities around hotels.
Dorsett Grand Subang general manager Nigel Boey said the hotel was pleased to support an initiative that brings creativity and inclusion into the hospitality environment.
The collaboration reflects R.I.S.E.’s wider ambition to build an ecosystem connecting talent development with community participation, employment pathways, entrepreneurship and income generation.
For the organisation, partnerships with businesses, schools, community groups and other stakeholders are essential to making these opportunities sustainable.
The upcoming launch will also bring together established artists, including well-known Malaysian entertainer and cartoonist Datuk Imuda and mural artist Zuwairi Rahman, in support of the initiative.
ArtRISE @ Dorsett will officially launch on Wednesday, 25 November 2026, at 2pm at the Piano Lounge, Dorsett Grand Subang.
More than an art exhibition, the initiative seeks to create a space where creativity can open doors — allowing neurodiverse individuals to be recognised not simply for their challenges, but for their talents, contributions and potential. – NMH
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