Youth Empowerment Week
March 31- April 3| 1pm-5pm
Program during MPS’ Spring Break
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Ages 6–14
This week‑long (4 days) series of workshops invites youth to explore identity, community, and self‑advocacy through creative expression. Participants will engage in upcycling and environmentally sustainable fashion projects, learning how to transform reclaimed materials into wearable art. Through multimedia, hands‑on making, youth will explore concepts of environmental justice, reciprocity, and collective care while creating pieces that center healing, creativity, and community.
Edades 6–14
Esta serie de talleres de una semana (4 días) invita a los jóvenes a explorar la identidad, la comunidad y la autodefensa a través de la expresión creativa. Los participantes trabajarán en proyectos de moda sostenible y upcycling, aprendiendo a transformar materiales reutilizados en arte portátil. A través de actividades prácticas y multimedia, explorarán conceptos de justicia ambiental, reciprocidad y cuidado colectivo mientras crean piezas que fomentan la sanación, la creatividad y la comunidad.
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Ages 15–18
By Invitation Only
Youth Empowerment Week offers a focused, immersive experience for young creatives ready to deepen their skills and leadership. Enrollment is limited, and priority is given to current CMAP participants. Selected youth are expected to participate for the full week to ensure a meaningful and collaborative experience
Edades 15–18
Solo por Invitación
Youth Empowerment Week ofrece una experiencia enfocada e inmersiva para jóvenes creativxs que desean profundizar sus habilidades y liderazgo. La inscripción es limitada y se da prioridad a participantes actuales de CMAP. Se espera que lxs jóvenes seleccionadxs participen durante toda la semana para garantizar una experiencia significativa y colaborativa.