The Bluest Space Learning Labs
Every young person has a story worth telling. The Bluest Space Emotional Learning Labs are interactive 2-hour youth experiences that combine storytelling, creative expression, and emotional literacy to help young people explore their identities, express their perspectives, and build confidence.
Designed for youth ages 10-16, each Lab introduces participants to the power of storytelling through engaging activities centered on reflection, media creation, and creative exploration. These experiences provide young people with tools to better understand themselves, communicate their ideas, and recognize the value of their voices.
Through The Bluest Space Discover. Own. Express. framework, participants:
Discover
→ Explore identity, emotions, and personal experiences.
Own
→ Recognize the value and power of their stories.
Express
→ Transform their ideas and experiences into creative expression.
Designed for youth ages 10-16, each Lab introduces participants to the power of storytelling through engaging activities centered on reflection, media creation, and creative exploration. These experiences provide young people with tools to better understand themselves, communicate their ideas, and recognize the value of their voices.
Through The Bluest Space Discover. Own. Express. framework, participants:
Discover
→ Explore identity, emotions, and personal experiences.
Own
→ Recognize the value and power of their stories.
Express
→ Transform their ideas and experiences into creative expression.
Explore our youth experiences designed to help young people build confidence, strengthen emotional awareness, and share their voices through creative storytelling.
Session I
Program Overview
I Am Black History: Speak Your Story This two-hour, hands-on media experience invites youth ages 10–16 to explore identity, voice, and personal connection to Black history through on-camera storytelling. Designed in celebration of Black History Month, participants reflect on the people, experiences, and influences that shape their understanding of history and culture.
Through guided discussions, storytelling activities, and introductory camera and audio instruction, students create short video interviews that capture their perspectives and personal reflections. The experience emphasizes that Black history is not only something we learn, it is something we inherit, carry forward, and continue to shape.
I Am Black History: Speak Your Story This two-hour, hands-on media experience invites youth ages 10–16 to explore identity, voice, and personal connection to Black history through on-camera storytelling. Designed in celebration of Black History Month, participants reflect on the people, experiences, and influences that shape their understanding of history and culture.
Through guided discussions, storytelling activities, and introductory camera and audio instruction, students create short video interviews that capture their perspectives and personal reflections. The experience emphasizes that Black history is not only something we learn, it is something we inherit, carry forward, and continue to shape.
session II
Program Overview
Lens of Justice: Speak Your Story
This two-hour, hands-on media experience empowers youth ages 10-16 to explore issues that matter to them and use storytelling as a tool for awareness, advocacy, and connection. Participants develop their voices as thoughtful storytellers by examining their communities, experiences, and the world around them.
Through guided discussions, storytelling activities, and introductory filmmaking techniques, students create short interviews, awareness campaigns, or PSA-style videos that highlight topics they care about. The workshop emphasizes that media is more than content creation — it is a powerful tool for sharing perspectives, inspiring dialogue, and creating meaningful impact.
Lens of Justice: Speak Your Story
This two-hour, hands-on media experience empowers youth ages 10-16 to explore issues that matter to them and use storytelling as a tool for awareness, advocacy, and connection. Participants develop their voices as thoughtful storytellers by examining their communities, experiences, and the world around them.
Through guided discussions, storytelling activities, and introductory filmmaking techniques, students create short interviews, awareness campaigns, or PSA-style videos that highlight topics they care about. The workshop emphasizes that media is more than content creation — it is a powerful tool for sharing perspectives, inspiring dialogue, and creating meaningful impact.
Session III
Program Overview
Visionaries in Action: Speak Your Story
This two-hour hands-on media experience invites youth ages 10-16 to explore their dreams, goals, and passions through film and visual storytelling. Participants use creative expression to share the change they want to see in themselves, their communities, or the world.
Through guided discussions, storytelling activities, and introductory media skills, youth create short visual stories that reflect their ideas, perspectives, and aspirations while building confidence in their voices.
Registration opens for select Lab experiences throughout the year. Join our mailing list for program updates and enrollment announcements.
Visionaries in Action: Speak Your Story
This two-hour hands-on media experience invites youth ages 10-16 to explore their dreams, goals, and passions through film and visual storytelling. Participants use creative expression to share the change they want to see in themselves, their communities, or the world.
Through guided discussions, storytelling activities, and introductory media skills, youth create short visual stories that reflect their ideas, perspectives, and aspirations while building confidence in their voices.
Registration opens for select Lab experiences throughout the year. Join our mailing list for program updates and enrollment announcements.
