Walk A Mile

The Walk A Mile project serves disadvantaged youth in Youthville's care through artistic expression. Micala Gingrich-Gaylord, Expressive Arts Center Coordinator in Newton creates a way for youth to tell their story of life in the "system" through art by having each child transform an old shoe into a piece of art. The old adage, "If only you could Walk A Mile in my shoes..." is used to promote compassion and understanding of the experiences of disadvantaged youth.

To date, Walk A Mile has collected 43 shoes that help express personal and collective truths that these children have endured. The Walk A Mile project is educating the public by providing a unique opportunity for others to "Walk A Mile In Their Shoes."

• Walk A Mile shoe gallery
• See the exhibit... traveling display calendar
• Want to schedule the display?
• Expressive Arts Center
• Make a donation

Questions?

Traveling Exhibit Contact
Shana Smith, Development Coordinator
ssmith2@youthville.org
316.283.1950 ext. 6125

Expressive Arts Center
Micala Gingrich-Gaylord, Expressive Arts Center Coordinator
mrush@youthville.org
800.593.1950 ext. 6146

Click here if you would like to find out more about how to get involved!

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