Sophia currently serves as the Teen Coordinator at the Aviano Air Base Child & Youth Center, a military installation in Italy. She talks about the importance of artistic instruction in dedicated learning environments that enhance the positive relationships between youth and staff. This is essential for military youth and families, and their programs help bridge the Club and home life.
Sophia shares how adults can also be inspired and learn from the creativity of youth. She watches arts staff support youth as they become storytellers through the arts, and notes this is a particular form of stress relief, which is vital as our world processes the COVID-19 pandemic.