Research participants recommended that more programs are needed to reach out and cater to the creative needs of young adults who cannot access expensive for arts and crafts programming. This type of programming should be accessible to youth of all ages, and provide youth with an outlet to be both creative and expressive, while nurturing them in a supportive environment. This type of programming is currently being carried out by ArtHouse but it is limited in scope and in the range of ages that can access the programming.
Arts based programming, in addition to being creative and expressive, can also teach youth a variety of different skills (i.e. woodworking and jewelry making). Participants who develop these creative skills could also potentially become more self-sufficient by translating their newfound creative skills into income generating opportunities.
