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Education

Annual Programming

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Art Spark

No Divide KC’s arts education program brings free, hands-on workshops led by local teaching artists into schools and community centers. Since its launch, Art Spark has served 700+ youth across Kansas City, using visual, literary, and performance art to build confidence, community, and emotional wellbeing.

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Bicultural Poetry Program

A multicultural poetry and publication program offering Spanish/English workshops, mentorship, and an annual anthology that uplifts young writers. The program centers poetry as a tool for cultural connection, healing, and engagement.

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CAYA: Come As You Are

A paid fellowship and community concert program created by a cohort of emerging artists. Come As You Are promotes vulnerability on the stage and invites families and first-time audience members into joyful, accessible experiences of music, movement, and storytelling.

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Queer Narratives Festival

An eight-week celebration of queer creativity built to hold and highlight LGBTQ+ voices. The festival showcases visual art, live performance, panels, community workshops, and resource events! QNF aims to create affirming, pay-what-you-can spaces that center queer joy, connection, and local artists across the city.

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Partner With Us

Schools, nonprofits, community orgs, collaborate with us on poetry, storytelling, or arts-based programming in education and entertainment events.