About Us

Dr. Leon Kendrick is a lifelong educator, minister, musician, and community leader dedicated to empowering young people through education, mentorship, and the arts. For decades, Dr. Kendrick has invested in the spiritual, intellectual, and creative development of youth in Northwest Indiana and beyond.
Through his leadership in education, ministry, and community outreach, he has mentored countless students, musicians, and performers, encouraging them to discover their gifts and use them for positive impact. Dr. Kendrick believes that the arts are a powerful vehicle for building confidence, discipline, creativity, and leadership in young people.
Leon Kendrick Youth Voices United was founded from this vision to create a space where youth can grow, express themselves, and develop their talents in a supportive and inspiring creative environment.


Our Mission
Leon Kendrick Youth Voices United exists to empower youth through visual and performing arts, leadership development, and community engagement.
Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment where students can explore their creativity, develop artistic skills, and build confidence through music, dance, theater, and visual arts.
Through mentorship and performance opportunities, we help young people grow as artists, leaders, and contributors to their communities.

Dr. Leon Kendrick

OUR PROGRAM

VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION

At Leon Kendrick Youth Voices United, our programs are designed to cultivate artistic excellence, creative confidence, and disciplined growth in young people. Through structured training in visual arts, theater, music, and dance, students develop technical mastery, expressive voice, and leadership skills that extend beyond the stage and studio.
We provide rigorous instruction, meaningful performance opportunities, and mentorship that nurtures both talent and character. Our programs are accessible, inclusive, and rooted in the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to experience the transformative power of the arts.
We are not simply offering classes we are developing artists, thinkers, and future leaders.

Meet Our Staff

Founder

Dr. Leon Kendrick

Visual Art & Photography Teacher

Solomon Adufah

Hip-Hop Dance Teacher

Greg Brokemond

Program Director

Serrita Davis

Sawing & Crochet Teacher

Yvetta Kendrick

‏Marketing & Communications Manager

Marissa Kendrick

Dance Instructor

Marshawna Kendrick

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