LEGEND Lab healing-centered art programs
Resident proposes LEGEND Lab, where Boston artists lead healing-focused art programs with mentorship and public showcases to address community trauma and youth disconnection.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
LEGEND Lab addresses rising community trauma and youth disconnection by empowering Boston artists to lead healing-centered art programs. Through mentorship, public showcases & peace-driven creativity, it transforms local talent into builders
Who it helps and why
LEGEND Lab advances social and racial equity by centering Boston’s marginalized voices in healing, skill-building, and public celebration. It invests in local artists of color as mentors, creates paid pathways for youth, and transforms public spaces with inclusive art—aligning with Boston’s racial justice goals and community-led equity strategies
Details
- Cycle
- 2025–26
- Submitted
- July 31, 2025
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Arts & Culture
- How it was submitted
- Individual submission
- Submission language
- English
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