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ELEVATE YOUR GAME, TEENS! Calling all teens aged 12-18! Get ready for an empowering and inspiring day at the Teen Empowerment Summit hosted by Whitney Library!
ELEVATE YOUR GAME & WIN A PS5 OR NINTENDO SWITCH!
Calling all teens ages 12-18! Are you ready to ELEVATE YOUR GAME and take your future to the next level? Join us for Whitney Library's 3rd Annual "ELEVATE YOUR GAME" Teen Empowerment Summit!
This is YOUR chance to connect with top influencers, industry pros, and local leaders who know what it takes to succeed. Whether you're into social justice, career moves, mental health, or just looking for a fresh perspective—this event is for YOU!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
INSPIRE: Hear from powerful speakers sharing their real-life stories and game-changing advice.
ENGAGE: Jump into interactive breakout sessions on topics that matter—social justice, career paths, mental wellness & more.
DISCOVER: Find out about resources, scholarships, and opportunities to take your future to the next level.
WIN BIG: Score cool swag bags and get a shot at amazing prizes, including a PS5 & Nintendo Switch!
Theater
11:00 a.m.: Event Kickoff with Executive Director Kelvin Watson
11:05 a.m.: Keynote Speech #1 with Minister "Stretch" Sanders on social justice and activism
11:20 a.m.: Keynote Speech #2 with Miss Silver State's Marissa Castillo on self-love and on empowering young women
11:35 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Breakout Session 1 "Fostering Relationships & Developing Networks" featuring Executive Director Kelvin Watson and Branch Manager Billy Allen
12:30 - 1:10 p.m.: Breakout Session 2 "Library Careers & Opportunities" featuring a panel of Executive Director Kelvin Watson, Hiring Manager Scott Swift, and Youth Services Librarian Lauren Harper, moderated by Assistant Branch Manager Desmond London
1:15 - 2:15 p.m.: Complimentary Lunch
2:20 - 3:00 p.m.: Breakout Session 3 "Being True to Your Inner Self" featuring local artist and poet Aaliyah Fafanto
3:05 - 3:30 p.m.: Closing remarks & Raffles
Conference Room
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Registration and breakfast in the Art Gallery and Conference Room
11:35 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Breakout Session 1 "Commitment to Justice" featuring Judge Tierra Jones
12:30 - 1:10 p.m.: Breakout Session 2 "Reporting on the Dream" featuring KTNV's Taylor Rocha
2:20 - 3:00 p.m.: Breakout Session 3 "Digital Storytelling 101: Social Media Marketing for Businesses" featuring Digital Content Specialist Ryan Simoneau
Storyroom
11:35 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Breakout Session 1 "Pathways into STEAM" featuring Girls Rock at Science's Joytaya Pollard
12:30 - 1:10 p.m.: Breakout Session 2 "Liberation over Incarceration: Centering Youth, Not Systems" featuring Mass Liberation Project Nevada
2:20 - 3:00 p.m.: Breakout Session 3 "Overcoming the Voice of Defeat" featuring local graphic designer and entrepreneur Jalen Jones
Makerspace
11:35 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: DIY Jewelry
Teen Zone
11:35 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Breakout Session 1 "What We Give When We Give" featuring Outreach Specialist Kim Padilla-Estrada
12:30 - 1:10 p.m.: Breakout Session 2 "College Awareness and Readiness" featuring UNLV's Joanna Jezierska and Ana Gonzalez
2:20 - 3:00 p.m.: Breakout Session 3 "College Awareness and Readiness" featuring UNLV's Joanna Jezierska and Ana Gonzalez
Computer Lab Floor
11:35 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: Breakout Session 1 "Building Your Brand" featuring local entrepreneur Chavis Sumida
12:30 - 1:10 p.m.: Breakout Session 2 "Entering the World of Entrepreneurship" featuring local entrepreneur Chavis Sumida
2:20 - 3:00 p.m.: Breakout Session 3 "Promoting Your Small Business" featuring local entrepreneur Chavis Sumida
Youth Services Floor
10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Booths from groups including -
Mass Liberation Project Nevada
UNLV
NPHY
Henderson Equality Center
Pride Tree
UNR Cooperative Extension
Girls Rock at Science
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada
CSN
Las Vegas Natural History Museum
AGE GROUP: | Teens |
EVENT TYPE: | Education & Literacy | Community Events |
| Mon, May 05 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, May 06 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, May 07 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, May 08 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, May 09 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, May 10 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, May 11 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Located in southeast Las Vegas, the Whitney Library opened in June 1994 with notable architectural design by Holmes Sabatini. This 24,500-square-foot library houses 57,500 volumes and features a 198-seat concert hall.
