OUR MISSION
Empowering Young Creative Minds to 
Transform Their Lives and Communities

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VISION | MISSION | VALUES

URGENT envisions a future where all children and youth have the social, economic, educational resources and creative space to thrive.


URGENT, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3)  Miami, FL based creative youth development organization dedicated to the 

Mission of Empowering Young Creative Minds to Transform their Lives and Communities. 


Guided by the principles of innovation, growth and transformation, URGENT, Inc. promotes the values of

compassion, patience, teamwork, responsibility, innovation, learning and reciprocity. 


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OUR APPROACH

URGENT, Inc. is a highly regarded creative youth development organization that utilizes an asset-based approach to help young people uncover and cultivate their unique talents and skills. Through our innovative programs in digital media arts education, positive youth development, and STEAM career connected learning, we recognize and build upon the diverse strengths and assets of young people.


At URGENT, we believe that kids learn best through doing and that creativity is a powerful tool for personal and societal growth and transformation. By providing opportunities for young people to engage in the creative process, we help them to find their voice, share their stories, and make positive change in their lives and communities. 


Our impact is grounded in a deep commitment to asset-based approaches that empower young people and foster their lifelong success. Help us build equity through the power of creativity!


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WHAT WE DO

MEDIA & DIGITAL
ARTS EDUCATION

POSITIVE YOUTH

DEVELOPMENT

STEAM CAREER

CONNECTED LEARNING

APPRENTICESHIP

TRAINING

OUR PROGRAMS

AFTER SCHOOL
GRADES K-8

SUMMER CAMP

GRADES K-8

INTERNSHIPS

GRADES 9-12

 APPRENTICESHIPS

AGES 16+

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AFTER SCHOOL -> LEARN MORE
SUMMER CAMP -> LEARN MORE
INTERNSHIPS -> LEARN MORE
APPRENTICESHIP -> LEARN MORE

TESTIMONIALS

"I just wanted to take the time to thank you. Every day my daughter comes home excited to share how her day at camp was, and she absolutely adores her camp counselors! From the arts and crafts projects, to the weekly

fieldtrips and water play, I know that she is enjoying her summer.”

Andrea G..
YES! Camp for Girls

"I will miss you after high school and thanks for everything throughout these two years especially when I was  given the opportunity to get an internship. You have always been a true role model in my life, and it was a blessing to be a part of Rites of Passage."

Marie J.C.
Rites of Passage Media Project

“The FACE program taught me how 

to become more responsible and 

taught me values no other internship

I've been in has done.”

Shawn v.
Film Arts Culture Entrepreneurship (FACE)
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