Initiatives

Our initiatives serve as strategic pillars necessary for advancing our cross-sector priorities. We aim to create impactful change by harnessing a multifaceted approach that aligns with our mission of fostering youth-led creativity and development.

These strategies include:

We collaborate across sectors and networks to explore CYD's intersections with workforce development, mental health, academics, youth organizing, justice reform, immigrant inclusion, and community development

Youth-Oriented Network

Youth-Oriented Exchange

We facilitate cross-sector dialogues between youth networks and the Creative Youth Development field, promoting shared learning and collaboration. These discussions put young people's creativity at the core of initiatives dedicated to their well-being and future success.

Youth Voice & Creative Development

We showcase young people's creativity and the impact of CYD programs. This amplification of youth artistry and CYD leadership introduces crucial perspectives to discussions on youth well-being and our collective future.

Resources for Shared Recognition

We've formed a resource database centering the CYD ecosystem to encourage learning, sharing, and community building. This repository celebrates and supports the efforts of CYD organizations, funders, and partners committed to inclusive, youth-centered policies and practices.