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Governance & Sustainability

Statement

We are committed to transparent governance, climate responsibility, and social impact, building a safe, inclusive, and sustainable international platform for art and cultural exchange. Our policies align with Taiwan’s Corporate Governance 3.0 – Sustainable Development Blueprint, French governance frameworks, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5: Gender Equality, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 13: Climate Action).


We believe that only with solid governance, environmental responsibility, and social inclusiveness can art and culture exert a truly global influence.

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Governance

Commitment


We uphold integrity, transparency, and accountability. All decisions prioritize the safety and dignity of women members, while safeguarding the rights of all stakeholders.

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Actions

  • Establishing an independent Board of Directors to prevent undue influence or private negotiations.

  • Prohibiting male members from engaging in any form of harassment, coercion, or inappropriate requests towards women members.

  • Implementing an independent grievance mechanism with access to legal and media support.

  • Disclosing governance policies and outcomes on a regular basis.

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Goals

  • Annual governance reviews, including external evaluation, to strengthen transparency.

  • By 2030, fully implement a Women-First Governance Framework, positioning our association as a model of ethical governance in the international arts community.

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Climate Action

Commitment


We are dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of our exhibitions and international programs, adopting science-based measures and transparent reporting.

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Actions

  • Member of the UK Gallery Climate Coalition, pledging at least 50% carbon reduction by 2030 and long-term net zero.

  • Transitioning to Electronic Certificates (E-Certificates) to replace printed copies, significantly reducing paper consumption.

  • Partnering with DHL GoGreen to ensure all international shipping uses carbon-neutral logistics.

  • Prioritizing recyclable and renewable materials in exhibition design (walls, furniture, paints).

  • Promoting digital-first practices such as online exhibitions, e-business cards, and digital publications.

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Goals

  • Reduce event-related carbon emissions by 10–15% annually.

  • Achieve a 50% reduction in total emissions by 2030 compared to 2024 levels.

  • Develop and implement carbon-neutral exhibition models in the long term.

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Social Responsibility

Commitment


We believe art should serve society by promoting education, equity, and inclusion, while empowering the next generation of cultural leaders.

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Actions

  • Providing international internship opportunities for university students, fostering cross-cultural learning.

  • Supporting emerging artists with international exposure and professional media coverage.

  • Ensuring a harassment-free, gender-inclusive, and safe professional environment.

  • Publishing regular initiatives on Art & Sustainability to raise public awareness.

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Goals

  • Support at least 300 students and artists annually through programs and opportunities.

  • Build a global education and arts network spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

  • Become a leading platform in the Asia-Pacific region recognized for sustainability, academic influence, and cultural impact.

International Governmental Engagements

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About DE Global Art Agency

ASSOCIATION DE LA LUEUR ÉCLAIRANTE DE L'ART

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Your art deserves to be seen by the whole world!

OUR TEAM

ALINE FALCO

Curatorial Jury Member (France)

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Kateryna PROSTRILA

Curatorial Jury Member (France)

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Marie GOEHNER-DAVID

Curatorial Jury Member (France)

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Ku Chi-Chun

CEO

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Huang Mu-Ning

Curator

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Kuang-Yu Cheng

Host of the Podcast "The Great Artist"

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Ethan Hsieh

Japan Market Advisor

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Brand History

2021
Brand Establishment and Initial International Exposure

  • Founder Ku Chi-Chun established DE Global Art Agency.

  • Artwork selected for auction at Sotheby's Charity Auction in Vienna, marking an entry into the international art market.

  • Launched NFT crypto art series on TopBidder and collaborated with OwlTing B2B2C platform for promotion.

  • Served as an international judge for the “Thousand Calligraphy Competition” in China and participated in the Cultural Art Revival Summit Forum.

  • Collaborated with major media including GQ, ELLE, Vogue, and Good News Monthly, shaping a sophisticated international artistic image.

2022｜Patent Achievement and Market Expansion

  • Ku Chi-Chun obtained a patent for a unique gouache painting technique, becoming the first contemporary artist to hold this certification.

  • Participated in the Venice Art Fair organized by ITSLIQUID Group, expanding visibility in the European art scene.

  • Launched an artistic collaboration project with CAMA COFFEE, publishing a coffee-themed art ZINE.

  • Hosted a charity auction in collaboration with My Story and I, supporting ESG sustainability initiatives.

  • Developed an Eastern cultural ecosystem in the metaverse, introducing NFT red packet gifting and online blessing rituals.

  • Entrepreneurial projects were featured by major media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, TheHubNews, and NewTopia.

  • Collaborated with Monat Gallery in Spain, organizing exhibitions featuring Taiwanese artists.

2023｜Global Exhibition Expansion and Brand Influence Growth

  • Exhibited at Milano Art Fair (Italy), Art3f Paris Art Fair (France), Brussels Art Fair (Belgium), Discovery Art Fair Frankfurt (Germany), Art Plus Shanghai (China), and three exhibitions at Monat Gallery (Spain).

  • Curated multiple international exhibitions through partnership with Monat Gallery.

  • Organized international internship promotion and graduate exhibitions for Shih Chien University (Taiwan).

  • Hosted the "Art Fashion Makeup × Brand Value Enhancement" seminar.

  • Curated the first "Friday Creative Market" under Sila Lifestyle Week.

  • Partnered with the Japan–China Fitness Cultural Exchange Forum.

  • Collaborated with CAMA Cafe × Alishan Tsou Cultural Park on a charity art coffee set, selling out 870 sets within 24 hours.

  • Created a giant calligraphy artwork for Xingang Fengtian Temple's art parade, participated by over 1,000 people.

  • Collaborated with Wonderful Wine Cellar and Belle Mode Medical Beauty for art auctions, achieving a full sell-out of artworks.

  • Established the Kyla Artist Prize, introducing categories for International Illustration, Performing Arts, and Photography to promote cultural diversity in the arts.

  • Joined the Gallery Climate Coalition (UK) as a united member to support global sustainability efforts.

  • Featured in major media including China Design Net, The Hub News, and Economic Daily News.

  • Awarded the 2023 Kyla Artist Prize Drone Photography Award and Kyla Photography Prize.

2024｜Brand Deepening and Global Impact Expansion

  • Exhibited at Discovery Art Fair  (Germany), Art Plus Shanghai (China), ART FORMOSA (Taiwan), and organized the Asia Emerging Artists Exhibition (Taichung).

  • Partnered with Einziart Gallery (Germany) to host group exhibitions featuring Chinese, Polish, Asian, and Taiwanese artists.

  • Exhibited at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum International Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition.

  • Participated in both Spring and Autumn sessions of Weishan Art Auction.

  • Promoted the Digital Twin Art Competition to explore integration between digital and physical art.

  • Organized the "Ripple of Hope" charity course supporting global water resources.

  • Released the "Ban Diao Zi" charity gift set, merging art with social responsibility.

  • Held a cross-disciplinary Scented Performing Arts Workshop.

  • Established the SDGs Gallery in Mannheim, Germany, representing over 100 East Asian artists in Europe.

  • Featured in major media outlets including Mandarin Daily News, Economic Daily News, China Times, and 24 Business News Networks.

  • Gouache technique artworks gained international recognition, contributing to the global spread of certified gouache innovations.

  • Announced the 2024 Kyla Artist Prize winners.

  • Launched additional Kyla Artist Prize subcategories for International Illustration and Calligraphy Competitions.

2025｜European Consolidation and Brand Advancement

  • Exhibited at Vision Art Expo Lisbon (Portugal), representing emerging forces from Asia with artists from four countries.

  • Exhibited at ART FUTURE International Art Fair (Taipei, Taiwan).

  • Established the "Association de la Lueur Éclairante de l'Art (ALEA)" in Paris, France, creating a milestone for Taiwan–France cultural and artistic exchange.

  • DE Global Art Agency officially expanded into the European market, launching a dual-track strategy across France and Portugal.

  • Continued collaboration with Shin Kong Mitsukoshi for the 2025 Lunar New Year Spring Festival, leading calligraphy performances and promoting traditional culture.

  • Announced the 2025 Kyla Artist Prize winners.

  • Featured by United Daily News Money Channel, highlighting DE Global Art Agency’s growing influence on the international art stage.

  • The only invited Asian gallery at Vision Art Expo Lisbon 2025 in Portugal.

  • Co-curated an international exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum with senior Japanese artist Hakudo Kobayashi, connecting with Harajuku galleries.

  • Launched the inaugural "Kyla International Curator Rising Star Award."

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