The Levi Jordan Juneteenth Youth Project is a community-centered initiative that engages young people in exploring their family history and cultural legacy. Each youth participant selects a family-centered topic of focus, develop a project, and present their work to the community.

This project offers an authentic way to celebrate Juneteenth by actively engaging youth in their ancestral history, forging a tangible link between the past and present. The approach transforms Juneteenth from a distant historical event into a living, personal narrative. It allows young people to explore their heritage, express creativity, and build a deeper understanding of their identity within the context of their family and community history.

Displaying these projects at the Levi Jordan Plantation site throughout June further amplifies this connection, creating a space for reflection and remembrance for all visitors.

Participants will receive:

● $100 stipend

● Family history materials kit

● Guidance on storytelling, genealogy, and cultural research

This program centers youth voice, intergenerational learning, and community storytelling as a core part of Juneteenth programming.