Transformation Station
Mentorship, Self-Discovery, Life-Skills, Teenpreneur, Leadership Development
Literary Arts
Poetry, Creative Writing, Storytelling
Performing Arts
Theater, Dance, Music, Spoken Word
Media Arts
Digital Art, Filmmaking, Animation, Graphic Design
Culinary Arts
Cooking, Baking, Food Presentation
Fine Arts
Painting, Drawing, Photography, Printmaking
Digital Literacy
Technology Integration, AI, Coding, Automation,
Content Creation
Applied Arts
Sewing, Fashion, Interior, Industrial Design
NextGen Trailblazers In Training
Inspiring Tweens and Teens Through The Arts
NextGen Youth engage in a variety of arts-based educational, training and development specialty classes offered during the year. Courses are offered based on the majority interests of our youth.
HIGHLY IMPACTFUL ARTS-BASED ENRICHMENTS...
Promotes Self-Awareness
Studies have shown that youth who participate in arts-based programs experience increased self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and resilience. (Americans for the Arts)
Enhances Social Skills
Collaborative arts experiences have been linked to stronger interpersonal skills and greater empathy among participants. (National Endowment for the Arts)
Boosts Academic Performance
Youth involved in arts education show higher standardized test scores and stronger school engagement. (National Art Education Association)
Increases Confidence
75% of youth who participate in arts programs report an increase in their leadership abilities and personal confidence. (The Arts Education Partnership)
Cultivates Innovation
Arts-based activities boost cognitive flexibility and creative thinking, essential skills for future-ready youth. (The Creativity Research Journal)
Encourages Resilience
Youth engaged in arts programs have higher resilience scores and are better equipped to handle life stressors. (Youth.gov)
It's All About The YLC Experience!
The YLC NextGen Youth experience is exclusively developed for ages 9 – 15 to cultivate a generation of confident, creative, and community-minded youth who are prepared to lead, innovate, and thrive in an ever-changing world.
