Join us on an extraordinary journey! ✨ The Modern Griot Corporation, in partnership with Mitchem Services & 1st Book Club Publishing, Inc., invites the vibrant youth of St. Petersburg to embark on a transformative 12-week program. 🚀
Our mission? To empower young minds to "Write, Illustrate, Speak, and Create Equitable Outcomes" in realms crucial to our future: Economics, Equity, and Justice. We'll craft a compelling book, share invaluable insights, and culminate in a grand book signing event. 📖
Tailored for ages 13–18 in zip codes 33712, 33711, and 33705, this is your chance to be a Modern Griot! Shape a brighter tomorrow through creativity and collaboration.
Through our program, participants will embark on a transformative journey, including:
Benefits for Youth:
Benefits for Parents:
Don't miss this chance to contribute to something truly exceptional!
Submit your information below and become a part of the Modern Griot family. Let's make a difference together!
Our mission? To empower young minds to "Write, Illustrate, Speak, and Create Equitable Outcomes" in realms crucial to our future: Economics, Equity, and Justice. We'll craft a compelling book, share invaluable insights, and culminate in a grand book signing event. 📖
Tailored for ages 13–18 in zip codes 33712, 33711, and 33705, this is your chance to be a Modern Griot! Shape a brighter tomorrow through creativity and collaboration.
- Program Dates: April 2024 - June 2024
- Parental involvement is required.
- No prior writing experience is necessary—just a passion for positive change.
- Registration Fee (*Sliding Scale & Scholarships Available):
- $50 (for households with under two children applying)
- $100 (for households with three or more children applying)
Through our program, participants will embark on a transformative journey, including:
- Financial Literacy Workshops: Equip Adults with essential financial skills to build generational wealth.
- Mental Health First Aid Training: Empower caregivers with the knowledge to support youth mental wellness.
- 12-Week Cohort: Engage in the collaborative creation and publishing of an anthology, followed by a community summit.
Benefits for Youth:
- Entrepreneurship Skills
- Incentives Provided
- Mentoring & Life Skills Training
- Building Healthier Coping Mechanisms
- Public Speaking
- Expressive Arts
- Self-Care & Mental Wellness Strategies
Benefits for Parents:
- Assist in decreasing suicide rates and Mental Health crises in youth.
- Self-Care & Mental Wellness Strategies
- Access to WRAP-around services.
Don't miss this chance to contribute to something truly exceptional!
Submit your information below and become a part of the Modern Griot family. Let's make a difference together!
