Riya Jain Shah is a student researcher, entrepreneur, and advocate for community art. She founded the Youth Art Center with a vision to support youth and women artisans in their careers. She views art as a form of self-expression and mental well-being, but also as an enterprise capable of generating social and economic impact. She encourages young people to embrace creativity and to view art not as a hobby, but as an enterprise that can spark social change.
We’re thrilled to announce the release of Molly and Phoebe: A Day in a Museum, a heartwarming children’s picture book celebrating curiosity, friendship, and the beauty of discovering art everywhere!
Now available on Amazon and Kindle! ✨
Together We Achieve
People Engaged
Artisans/Artists Uplifted
Funds Raised
Girls Empowered
At the Youth Art Center, our mission is to create a thriving artistic community by providing a platform for teen artists to showcase and sell their artwork.
Hello, My Name is Empi! I am 16 years old and I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY although ethnically, I am Ghanaian. Currently, aside from managing my press
Ana Carolina Borbolla Menare is a junior at Bernards High School and a proud Mexican-Brazilian jewelry artist. Through her business,
I've discovered the therapeutic power of drawing journaling! It's incredible how it can clear your mind and nurture your artistic side. Try drawing something simple every day and let me know how it makes you feel! Katayoon Moghaddam-Soroush (katayoonarts)
At YouthArtCenter (YAC), we believe creativity is a powerful tool for expression, confidence, and healing. We promote and support young artists by giving them a space to share their work and explore their voice.
At YouthArtCenter, we proudly collaborate with women artisans from marginalized and underserved communities — including rural regions, tribal groups, and low-income households.
YouthArtCenter is dedicated to building a vibrant global community that uplifts and supports marginalized women artisans.
We’re thrilled to announce the release of Molly and Phoebe: A Day in a Museum, a heartwarming children’s picture book celebrating curiosity, friendship, and the beauty of discovering art everywhere!Written...
We’re thrilled to announce the release of Molly and Phoebe: A Day in a Museum, a heartwarming children’s picture book celebrating curiosity, friendship, and the beauty of discovering art everywhere!Written...
As technology continues to advance and redefine artistic practices, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in artistic production has raised important questions about authenticity, emotional resonance, and consumer perception.
As technology continues to advance and redefine artistic practices, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in artistic production has raised important questions about authenticity, emotional resonance, and consumer perception.
The study discusses the economic value of women in the art supply chain, considering roles that tend to be undervalued and how their contributions might be recognized and rewarded.
The study discusses the economic value of women in the art supply chain, considering roles that tend to be undervalued and how their contributions might be recognized and rewarded.
Youth Art Center (YAC) is excited to announce its collaboration with Americans for the Arts
A beautiful showcase of young creativity and festive spirit!
Congratulations to our winners and all participants for spreading light and joy through art
Through small acts of service, YAC continues to inspire youth to take pride in their communities — proving that leadership begins with compassion and action. ✨
Storytelling with a hands-on art project that kids loved! 💛
Children shared creative ways to “fill their bucket of kindness” through small acts of care, gratitude, and imagination. 🎨
We are honored to be an official Certifying Organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA).a prestigious national honor that recognizes outstanding volunteer contributions across the United States.
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