Using reflective arts programming, we foster creativity, enhance communication and literacy skills, deepen understandings of self and community, and ultimately reduce violence and increase peace within our city and region.
HeartSpeak
In HeartSpeak, children and teens can express their desire for peace using art, poetry, music, drumming and video and social media
Art of Growing Up
In the Art of Growing Up youngpeople ages 10-14 are empowered to thrive amidst the challenges of adolescence through multicultural arts and rites of passage experiences.
We the Poets
We the Poets participants explore their own emotions and identities through poetry, which improves their communication skills and expands their cultural understanding.
Teen Tech
Teen Tech is a component of HeartSpeak, where young people use film production and media arts to make their voices heard about issues that influence their lives.
MasterPeace
MasterPeace is a collaborative community project that creates large pieces of artwork in the city, restoring neighborhoods and empowering individuals.
HeartBeat
Through music and movement, HeartBeat inspires young people to
collaborate in harmony.
