Mentoring Through The Arts

Thrive @ MYL Summit Chattanooga Tennessee

Leadership Foundations MYL Summit February, 2025 By: Marina Mason Greetings from Chattanooga! Thrive Collective had the privilege of not only attending Mentoring Youth as Leaders Annual summit this year, but also the honor to help facilitate the three-day Leadership Foundations Annual MYL Gathering in Chattanooga, Tennessee.  The focus for this year was centered around Positive…

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R.H.Y.M.E. Music and Mentoring

Empowerment Through Creativity Mentoring through Hip Hop? YES! Thrive Collective embraces mentoring through the arts and Rhymes Helps Young Minds Excel (R.H.Y.M.E.) – our music program has proven to be an amazing catalyst not only for self discovery but also for the opportunity to amplify their strengths. Asset-based mentoring through songwriting continues to empower our…

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Set the Table: Mentoring Youth for Leadership

MYL Impact Story “Set the table.” This had become the theme at our mentoring sessions in December 2023.  With every gathering we encouraged and reinforced the idea “there is a seat at the table for you.” This particular group of young men expressed feeling welcomed at the table and looking forward to each meeting. Communication…

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