Youth Explosion: Leading Outside of the Lines

In partnership with Race Matters for Juvenile Justice (RMJJ) and the Gantt’s Youth Residency: At the Table, our 5th annual Youth Explosion summit aims to inspire through discussion, mentorship, and art. Drawing from the themes of our newest exhibition, Beyond Boundaries, the programming will allow participants to dive deeper into storytelling, self-expression, and activism. High school students are strongly encouraged to take part in the summit, but guests of all ages are welcome to join for the day.

This program includes a small lunch and refreshments. All minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times while visiting the Gantt Center.

*This event will be photographed and/or videotaped. By attending, you grant the Gantt Center the right to record your image and use it in all forms of advertising and promotion.

Program Schedule: (subject to change)

Check-In & Scavenger Hunt

12pm - 12:30pm (1st Floor, Main Entrance)

Drop-In Workshop

12:00pm - 3:30pm (3rd Floor Mezzanine)

Photoshoot Backdrop

12:00pm - 4:00pm (3rd Floor Mezzanine)

Networking Lunch

12:30pm - 1:30pm (2nd Floor, Performance Suite & Harper Roddey Grand Lobby)

RMJJ Youth-Led Panel Discussion

1:30pm - 2:30pm (4th Floor, Rooftop)

Activism workshop: Protest Posters

2:30pm - 3:30pm (2nd Floor, Performance Suite)

Live Music Activation

3:30pm - 4:00pm (2nd Floor, Grand Lobby)

About RMJJ

Race Matters for Juvenile Justice is a collaborative leadership group working within our community to reduce disproportionality and disparate outcomes for children and families of color through institutional organizing, education, and workforce development. Learn more about RMJJ .