“The programs are open to all young people in Norfolk County and beyond, and focus on providing a supportive environment for personal expression through art, music, creative writing and live performance,” said project director Adam Veri. “The program treats inclusivity as more than passive acceptance of others, instead focusing on taking specific actions to welcome and uplift other people in the group.”
“Art with Heart Studio is a safe, welcoming space for youth,” said executive director Leanne Zyba. “We have many program participants who are part of the LGBTQ+ community, or neurodivergent. The Inclusivity Creativity program puts our commitment to supporting young people expressing themselves in a support environment front and centre.”
The executive director said she is hopeful parents will see the value in enrolling their kids in this community-building initiative.
Artwork from all three sessions will be part of a special Pride Month art exhibition in late June 2023.
Inclusivity Creativity is funded through the Resilient Communities Fund of the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
