The Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths is committed to building equity and diversity in the field of blacksmithing.

We offer mentorship, scholarships, grants, and connections to resources.

Our goal is to empower and support our community while reducing the social and economic barriers to participation in this field.

SPARC

SPARC (Smiths for the Promotion of Accessibility, Representation, and Community), is The Society of Inclusive Blacksmiths’ BIPOC Cohort, a collective of independent artists who work in metal and identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People Of Color).

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become a sibling

There is no membership or fees to join. Anyone who signs the SIBs Code of Conduct is a "SIBling" and part of the family!

code of conduct

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find a SIBling shop or school

Map

Three forged pieces of metal sitting on a shop floor. Two pairs of tongs on either side.

opportunities

Scholarships

grants

money to burn mini grant

jobs

other Opportunities

Everyone has something to offer, everyone has something to learn.

Welcome to sibs!

An anvil with a hot piece of metal on it. A pair of hands holding the metal, another swing a hammer