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What is Creative Connections?

Creative Connections is an expressive art program to inspire children and teens throughout the community and within the juvenile justice system. You do NOT need to be an artist to participate.

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    How do I get involved?

    To get involved, please email creativeconnections@byu.edu and sign up here!

    • Juvenile Mentorship Art Class

      • Monday 9:00 am-10:30am
      • The class is held at the Neighborhood Art Center-- a local art studio-- in the Provo Towne Center Mall.
      • During this class, you have the opportunity to mentor teens (12-17) and encourage the development of life skills needed to reduce recidivism (tendency to release into criminal behavior) through fun weekly art projects. Spanish speakers are especially encouraged to join.
    • Drawing Club
      • Friday 3:00 pm-4:45pm
      • The club is held in room 5119 in the Wilk at BYU.
      • Students age 6+, Volunteers needed!
      • Volunteers will be a teacher’s assistant in helping the kids with their drawings.

    Volunteer Commitment:

    Volunteers are welcome to come to any of the following events as they have time to do so. Consistency is appreciated, but not required.

    Training:

    Please complete this mandatory 25 minute Minor Protection Training before you begin working with this program.

    Directors

    Available by email at creativeconnections@byu.edu

    Marissa Barraza, Executive Director

    (919) 609-9245
    Office Hour: Wednesdays 11:30-12:30 PM

    Kendyll Ashton

    Andrew Chandler

    Emma Robinson