Disadvantaged and marginalised young people taking part in Mission Australia’s Creative Youth Initiatives (CYI) will receive a boost this week thanks to the American Express Festival of Potential.
After the success of the Sydney Festival, American Express has taken the Festival to Melbourne, with activities scheduled for 19 and 20 March at O’Donnell Gardens, St Kilda.
This free outdoor event encourages Melburnians to try something new and explore their creative potential with a team of inspiring artists.
You can paint a canvas under the guidance of a professional artist, take part in drumming sessions with TaikOz or learn plate spinning and juggling from the team at the National Institute of Circus Arts.
And for the every canvas painted, American Express will donate $25 to CYI (up to a maximum of 1,000 canvases).
CYI is targeted at young people aged 16-25 years of age facing many and varied challenges in their lives from homelessness to family breakdown. It includes art and music programs to help build the young people’s self esteem, improve their communication skills and it provides a positive learning experience.
Learn more about Festival of Potential at www.mycreative
potential.com
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