Youth Leadership

In Progress engages young people through immersive mentorship, school-based residency programs, and community-centered initiatives that support creative skill building and self-expression. Youth are guided by professional artists, gaining hands-on experience in digital media while developing confidence, voice, and leadership. These opportunities center young people as creators and decision-makers, strengthening their ability to contribute to their communities and shape their own narratives. Check out some of our current programs below:

digital Journeys

Digital Journeys is a mentorship program for youth that are committed to learning what it takes to be a creative digital arts maker.  Participants of this program  receive individualized support in the areas of photography, video or music.  The program is dedicated to building the skills of newly developing artists, providing teaching and mentorship opportunities with professional artists and removing age, economic and cultural barriers to artistic development.   READ MORE.

Living Histories

Living Histories supports youth from tribal communities as  they weave together history and culture through the arts of digital media and writing.  It is a program that builds leadership skills for individuals living within a community.   The program was developed in 1998 and today typically serves hundreds of people each year.   READ MORE.

The storytellers

Through the Lens

In Progress provides a variety of creative arts opportunities for K12 students that vary from short introductory sessions to multi-week partnerships.  Residencies are designed with classroom teachers and administrators to  meet the learning needs of those involved.  Teaching artists provide students a foundational understanding of  creative storytelling in the art forms of photography, video and/or music.  READ MORE.