Transformative Education Workshop Instructor: Sewing and Fashion Design - www.myfriendsplace.org
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/jack-black-host-my-friends-place-30th-anniversary-gala-1082945 (Photo of me teaching at bottom of article.)
Since April 2015, I have instructed a workshop at My Friends Place twice weekly, teaching the youth basic to intermediate machine sewing and pattern-making skills.
Mondays are more beginner-level, and Fridays are more advanced, giving all students two weekly opportunities for hands-on attention. (All are welcome to both.)
In 2016, MFP launched a gallery called "The Corner Collective" where the youth can sell their creations, earning 80% of the sales for themselves, and contributing 20% back into materials that are harder to collect in donations. The response from the public and from the youth has been incredible.
In 2017, MFP launched a program called "The Shift," a workplace-training program that encourages good time management and responsibility for community integration.
Member, Emerging Leaders Council - www.myfriendsplace.org - Assisting and inspiring homeless youth to build self sufficient lives.
The Emerging Leaders Council (ELC) of My Friend’s Place is a passionate group of young professionals and community members dedicated to advancing the mission of My Friend’s Place to assist and inspire homeless youth to build self-sufficient lives. The ELC supports My Friend’s Place through unique volunteer opportunities, fundraising and exciting social events, while playing a vital role in furthering the conversation about ending youth homelessness.
Below are some examples of projects the kids have made:
