The Junior Creative Directors Board (JCDB) is The Center’s first youth advisory council, made up of tweens and teens from across South Florida who represent the next generation of creators, thinkers, and innovators. Members meet quarterly around The Center’s boardroom table to share their perspectives, provide feedback on programs, and help shape future spaces and experiences designed with them, not just for them. Through their involvement, JCDB members play an active role in nurturing creativity across the region while building leadership, collaboration, and communication skills that prepare them for a lifetime of creative confidence.
- The 2025 JCDB is comprised of this year’s program winners and nominated youth leaders from across South Florida. Each year, new members will be inducted through nominations and The Center’s programs and awards.
- Ages 12–18
- Term: One year, with new members inducted each year.
- Members serve as creative planners and ambassadors; bringing the ideas, needs, and aspirations of their generation directly to The Center’s leadership.
There will be four meetings held each year. To give members a true region-wide perspective, meeting locations will rotate throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.
Each gathering will include:
- A creative warm-up activity or site visit to inspire discussion.
- Advisory topics, such as upcoming programs, events, or space design concepts.
- Collaborative ideation, where Junior Creative Directors propose new ideas and vote on recommendations.
- Leadership mentoring, featuring guest creatives and community leaders.
Commitment: Attend all four meetings, come prepared to share ideas, and act as a voice for peers.
Support: Parents/guardians are welcome to accompany participants; transportation stipends and meals provided.
Recognition: Members will be highlighted in The Center’s communications, honored at the annual What If? Exhibition, and receive an official Certificate of Service in Creative Leadership.
