The Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston (ICA) was awarded a $583,117 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to deepen and expand youth engagement programs for teens in grades 6-12. The funding will support the ICA's work with over 2,000 Boston-area teens through school partnerships and out-of-school programs aimed at empowering youth to develop creative skills, strengthen identity, and build leadership abilities. A key aspect of the project is the expansion of programs to include pre-teens and early teens in grades 6-8 through a new pilot program introducing this age group to the ICA's existing youth community and opportunities for ongoing engagement. Activities are designed to emphasize social and emotional well-being using contemporary art, particularly in response to challenges experienced during the pandemic. The grant is part of the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Museums for America program, which supports priority activities advancing museum missions and strategic goals of serving the public.
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