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What is Bayou Soul Youth Literary Conference?
The Bayou Soul Youth Literary Conference is a free conference crafted for high school students to learn educational, social and life skills through literary, visual, performing and culinary arts. |
Wednesday
June 28, 2023
Baton Rouge Community College | Magnolia Room
9:30AM - 3:00PM
This year's Theme:
This Year's Special Guests:
OMAR TYREE
NAACP Image Award Winner New York Times Bestselling Author of "Flyy Girl" SPOTLIGHT:
ROBERT & TOYA RUSHING
Weight No More & Reality Stars 
ALSO FEATURING:
MEMBERS OF BRCC'S
CREATIVE WRITING TEAM 
MAURICE CARLOS RUFFIN Critically Acclaimed Writer of "The Ones Who Don't Say They Love You"
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ALLYSA GAINES
2022 National Youth Poet Laureate 
ASHANTE WEBB
Singer & Motivational Speaker 
ARTHUR HARRIS
TV Producer & Writer 
VISUAL ARTIST & EDUCATOR
Sharika Mahdi Disney's Tiana's Bayou Adventures 
CHEF MICHELLE COVERSON
Indulgence Fine Catering |
MATT COOK
Co-Founder of Boom Journal App Model & Actor Other Guests Include:
Casey Johnson: Rapper & Reality TV Show Star AV Mitchell: Rapper, Speaker & Community Activist Jared Green: Author of "There's a Creature In My Belly!" Chef Albrashia T Lindsey |
PREVIOUS EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS:
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Danny Glover
Lamman Rucker
Tamar Braxton
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Toya Johnson
Nicole Porche
Jay Barnett
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Celebrity Master Classes
Celebrity master class with Actor, Educator and Activist, Lamman Rucker. Master classes are where students gain various knowledge, insight and connect with other attendees and celebrities.
Instructional Master Classes
Instructional master classes are also where students gain various skills through hands on learning experiences. Disney’s Illustrator of the new Princess Tiana and our CCO, Sharika Mahdi taught this master class. What an experience!!
Celebrity Panel Discussions
Celebrity panel discussions are centered around mental health, trauma and resilience. NY Times Bestselling Author, Entrepreneur and TV Personality, Toya Johnson along with her daughter and Actress, Reginae Carter and Toya’s sister and Entrepreneur, Anisha Johnson joined us for an impactful discussion about overcoming trauma.
Keynote Speakers
Keynote speakers introduce students to topics and ideas that will encourage, educate and empower them. Former NFL player, Author, Mental Health Therapist and Life Coach, Jay Barnett shared his story and discussed how to recognize what affects your mental health.
Keynote Speakers
Keynote speakers introduce students to topics and ideas that will encourage, educate and empower them. Former NFL player, Author, Mental Health Therapist and Life Coach, Jay Barnett shared his story and discussed how to recognize what affects your mental health.
Dr. Maya Angelou Essay
Competition
Students are given an opportunity to win scholarships and cash prizes by competing in the essay competition. Our celebrity guest, Actor Lance Gross served as a judge. Thank you to all of the participants and congratulations to the winners!
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
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