OUR CREATIVE EDUCATION TEAM

It's integral to us to provide the utmost care when selecting our creative educators. We seek people who are change-makers and activists within their communities. Teaching students of any age, it's important to us the people we have on our team are dedicated to the success of each individual's creative journey! Our staff continues to grow each day as we network with different artists from around the world.

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Aubrey Barnes

CEO & Founder

Aubrey Barnes aka Mister Aubs. is a QC native, international educator, poet, & author.

Jakyra Bryant

Creative Educator

Jakyra Bryant is a Chicago native, Quad City-based, educator, poet, and activist.

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Henry Morray

Creative Educator

Henry Morray is a Quad City-based poet, activist, and educator for Young Lions Roar.

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Sara Mohr

Creative Educator & Administrator

Sara Mohr is a QC-based creative, photographer, poet, & activist.

OUR BOARD

The Young Lions Roar Board of Directors is made up of committed community members who champion our work and advocate for youth empowerment. Each board member brings a unique blend of experience, passion, and leadership that helps us create safe, imaginative spaces for young people to express themselves and be heard.

Aubrey Barnes

President

Jakyra Bryant

Vice President

Linda Barnes

Treasurer

Sara Mohr

Secretary

Brett Johnson

Board Member

Sydney Greer

Board Member

Natasha Waite

Board Member

Liz Kantner

Board Member

Shayna Haynes-Heard

Board Member

Steven Danridge

Board Member