Malika Whitley
Founder | Empowering Youth Engagement Through the Arts
About
Malika Whitley is the founder of CHANGEpov, a nonprofit organization that empowers youth through the arts. Driven by a passion for social justice, she has developed impactful programs that use creative expression as a tool for personal growth and community engagement.
Whitley's work has been featured in Forbes, Essence, and NPR, spotlighting her innovative approach to youth development. Her keynotes inspire audiences to harness the power of the arts to drive positive social change.
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How the arts help homeless youth heal and build
Malika Whitley is the founder of ChopArt, an organization for homeless teens focused on mentorship, dignity and opportunity through the arts. In this moving, personal talk, she shares her story of homelessness and finding her voice through arts -- and her mission to provide a creative outlet for others who have been pushed to the margins of society.
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