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SAN FRANCISCO, June 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — In an effort to inspire more students from underserved communities to explore careers in design, the Urban Arts Collective—a nonprofit organization dedicated to boosting representation of underrepresented groups in S.T.E.A.M. fields (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)—has partnered with Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK), a leading software company for creators, to host Hip Hop Architecture Camps across several U.S. cities. These include Los Angeles, Austin, Atlanta, Houston, Detroit, and New York City. Additional locations are planned, such as an after-school program in the San Francisco Bay Area. The camps are free and open to middle and high school students aged 10-17, who will be selected through an application process.
As the initiative kicks off, students attending these camps will work alongside architects, urban planners, designers, community activists, and hip-hop artists to reimagine their neighborhoods through the lens of hip-hop culture. Activities include creating digital models using tools like Autodesk Tinkercad and SketchBook for Education. By week's end, participants will produce a collaborative music video and track reflecting their community visions, echoing hip-hop's tradition as a storytelling medium.
"Supporting programs like the Hip Hop Architecture Camps aligns with our mission to foster diversity and inclusion," said Daniel Guillory, Head of Diversity and Inclusion at Autodesk. "Diverse perspectives drive innovation and ensure relevance in the design world."
A recent CareerBuilder survey revealed that over 20% of employers feel current educational systems aren’t fully preparing students for modern job roles. This gap is particularly evident in architecture, where only 4% of professionals are African American, according to the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. To bridge this divide, the Urban Arts Collective leverages hip-hop as a cultural entry point into S.T.E.A.M. education. Co-founded by renowned designer Michael Ford, also known as "The Hip Hop Architect," the organization is spearheading initiatives like the upcoming Universal Hip Hop Museum, supported by hip-hop legends like Kurtis Blow. The museum is also backing these camps.
"Hip Hop Architecture Camps empower young minds to envision innovative futures while amplifying voices often overlooked in urban planning," remarked Kurtis Blow. "With partners like the Urban Arts Collective and Autodesk, we're fostering a new wave of creative leaders."
Applicants must submit a brief essay detailing their interest in participating. For more information or to get involved, visit hiphoparchitecture.com.
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