Empowering The Youth
The Canvas Institute Approach
To co-create a sustainable system & culture in order to ensure that students, educators & families have opportunities to participate in a supportive learning & community-building experience that combines Compassionate Systems evidence-based tools and practices (SEL) to improve the well being of the education community one school at a time. Our community-building curriculum focuses conversation and analysis of issues or events to maximize impact while teaching essential self-care and life skills.
Youth Empowerment:
In tHE Class Room
It’s our mission to provide students of all ages & walks of life with enriching cultural & social emotional learning experiences. Our work focuses on providing both students & educators with the tools to achieve self-mastery & self regulation. Our programs prioritize holistic well being through Compassionate Systems approaches, physical recreational activities, cultural/ arts programming, anti-violence advocacy & career & college readiness.
Program Offerings:
Compasionate Systems Framework (SEL)
Anti-Violence & Conflict Resolution
Cultural Arts Programs
Sports Clinics
College & Career Readiness
Youth Empowerment:
In tHE Community
Canvas Institute is a 501-C3 that opened its doors to the public in January 2016, hosting many successful events with great attendance & gaining the attention of local & international press.
Leading the charge as the first multidisciplinary arts & culture space in Downtown Staten Island, Canvas seeks to increase the positive impact of community driven artists, scholars & civic leaders. Canvas’ public programs, discussions & quarterly art exhibits attract local & visiting audiences promoting open dialogue, creativity & international action.
