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E4Youth

Founded by Carl Settles Jr., this visionary nonprofit works hand-in-hand with creative industries to introduce commercial art career paths to young people who otherwise might not have access to such options. E4Youth offers programs such as College Mentors in the Classroom to keep students on course, the Youth Media Bootcamp (in collaboration with the Black Media Council, Movement 50, and SXSW) and in-agency opportunities to shadow creative professionals. With these resources and mentors, promising youths are not only empowered with the vision to see themselves as leaders in creative fields, but bring their own special gifts and perspectives to traditionally under-diversified industries.

E4 Youth
4302 Airport, 512/323-0550
www.e4youth.org