Now
Accepting applications
filipino-american
youth wellness
comic book
workshopS
JUNE 2024
Calling all 16-24 year old Filipino-ANGELENOS...
Unleash your creativity and nurture your well-being through the power of art
Here’s what you can expect...
cultural exploration
Dive deep into your unique experiences and explore ways to enhance mental well-being
CREATIVE expression
Express your story through the captivating medium of comic book art
camaraderie
Connect with fellow Fil-Am artists in a supportive environment
celebration
Showcase your comic book masterpiece in a festive gallery exhibit
But wait, there’s more!
get paid $500 for full participation!
That’s right.
Participate in all 7 sessions + the exhibit, and get paid for your invaluable contribution to this enriching experience.
- No prior art experience is necessary.
- We encourage individuals of all genders, abilities, and personal mental health experiences to apply.
- Must be Filipino-American.
- Must live in Los Angeles County.
- Must be between 16-24 years of age.
- If you’re under 18, you must get permission from your parent or guardian.
- Must commit to attending the full in-person program which includes:
- 7 interactive wellness sessions (includes journaling, meditation, breathwork, self-expression, art therapy + more)
- 6 comic book education sessions (includes themes & characters, plot development, script writing, storyboarding, editing, printing + more)
- 1 gallery exhibition of the group‘s work
- IMPORTANT: The comic book you create will become the property of the LA County Department of Mental Health to help support others in our community!
- Tuesday, June 18th, 10 am -12 pm: Introductions, Ground Rules, Mental Health Discussion & Wellness Activities (2 hours)
- Thursday, June 20th, 10 am -1 pm: Culture & Art Therapy (1 hour) + Comic Book Theme & Character Development (2 hours)
- Friday, June 21st, 10 am -1 pm: Empowerment & Creative Journaling (1 hour) + Comic Book Plot Development (2 hours)
- Monday, June 24th, 10 am -1 pm: Love & Inspiration (1 hour) + Comic Book Script Writing & Storyboarding, Part 1 (2 hours)
- Wednesday, June 26th, 10 am -1 pm: Heroes & Masks (1 hour) + Comic Book Script Writing & Storyboarding, Part 2 (2 hours)
- Friday, June 28th, 10 am -1 pm: Communication & Social Media (1 hour) + Comic Book Editing (2 hours)
- Monday, July 1st, 10 am -1 pm: Fantasy & Imagination (1 hour) + Comic Book Printing (2 hours)
- July 11, 6-8 pm: Gallery Exhibit & Celebration
Remember, you must attend all sessions plus the exhibit to get paid!
LA County cares about Fil-Am mental health.
If you or a loved one is experiencing or affected by a mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis, call or text ‘988’ or chat online ‘988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s website’ for free, confidential, and immediate help.
FOR MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES AND SUPPORT, CALL OUR 24/7 HELP LINE AT (800) 854-7771
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