School Programs: RAA provides inclusive, healing-centered cultural education through programs like “Drum, Dance and Connection” for youth on the spectrum and year-long residencies at McKinley Elementary in Compton. These workshops integrate social skills with West African arts, reaching hundreds of students annually.
Probation Programs: Our “Drum Council Workshops” serve over 100 system-impacted youth in LA County probation camps. We offer emotional release and nervous system awareness through rhythm, centering the needs of youth of color navigating the justice system.
Community Wellness: Through our annual African Diaspora Community Festival and weekly drum circles in Leimert Park, we foster unity and cultural pride. These programs serve over 500 community members, providing a restorative space for families and underserved youth at risk of the school-to-prison pipeline.
Professional Training: In partnership with the LA County Department of Arts and Culture, we train over 1,500 educators and mental health professionals annually in somatic self-soothing and healing-centered teaching methods.