Inclusion by Design: Creative Agency & Youth Art as Civic Power

Wednesday, September 9, 6:00pm - 9:00pm (EDT)

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Join us at the N'Namdi Center for Contemporary Art on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 6–9 p.m. as we celebrate Detroit's Month of Design with an evening centered on youth voice, art and civic power.

Inclusion by Design: Creative Agency & Youth Art as Civic Power brings together leading voices in Detroit's arts, nonprofit, education and philanthropic communities to explore how young people are using creative practice to tell their stories, advocate for change and shape the future of our community.

The conversation will be moderated by Leah Counts (Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan) and feature DeLashea Strawder (Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit), Megan Shuchman (826michigan), and Siyeh Frazier (Skillman Foundation), who will share their insights on how art and design serve as tools for youth agency, civic engagement and community transformation in Detroit.

Before the panel, guests will explore a youth art showcase featuring original work by Detroit students.

In addition to the panel discussion and showcase, the evening will feature a performance by the Mosaic Teen Ensemble, a DJ, light bites and a social hour. Come connect with fellow design enthusiasts, artists, educators and community members for a night dedicated to celebrating Detroit's next generation of creative leaders.

This event is free and open to the community. Don't miss your chance to be part of this inspiring conversation — and to witness firsthand the civic power of Detroit's young artists.

Space is limited. Please register by Friday, September 4, 2026.

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Add to Calendar 2026/09/09 18:00:00 2026/09/09 21:00:00 America/Detroit Inclusion by Design: Creative Agency & Youth Art as Civic Power Join us at the N'Namdi Center for Contemporary Art on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 6–9 p.m. as we celebrate Detroit's Month of Design with an evening centered on youth voice, art and civic power.

Inclusion by Design: Creative Agency & Youth Art as Civic Power brings together leading voices in Detroit's arts, nonprofit, education and philanthropic communities to explore how young people are using creative practice to tell their stories, advocate for change and shape the future of our community.

The conversation will be moderated by Leah Counts (Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan) and feature DeLashea Strawder (Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit), Megan Shuchman (826michigan), and Siyeh Frazier (Skillman Foundation), who will share their insights on how art and design serve as tools for youth agency, civic engagement and community transformation in Detroit.

Before the panel, guests will explore a youth art showcase featuring original work by Detroit students.

In addition to the panel discussion and showcase, the evening will feature a performance by the Mosaic Teen Ensemble, a DJ, light bites and a social hour. Come connect with fellow design enthusiasts, artists, educators and community members for a night dedicated to celebrating Detroit's next generation of creative leaders.

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N'Namdi Center for Contemporary Art | 52 E Forest Ave, Detroit, MI 48201

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