Youth Carry the Spark of Transformation
Julia Lynn Productions, Inc.
Julia Lynn Productions, Inc. is a certified Minority/Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) recognized by New York State and New York City. We deliver media and arts programs for youth ages 12–21, blending creativity, STEAM education, and mental health awareness. Our experienced team provides immersive, skill-building experiences that foster creative expression, mindfulness, and personal growth.
Our Core Values
Creativity
Empowerment
Empowerment
We believe in the power of creative expression as a pathway to personal and professional
growth.
Empowerment
Empowerment
Empowerment
We equip youth with the skills, confidence, and knowledge to succeed in the media and arts industries.
Inclusivity
Empowerment
Inclusivity
We foster a space where every voice is heard, respected, and celebrated—regardless of background or experience.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness
Mindfulness
We incorporate mindfulness practices to support mental health and promote holistic well-being.
Community
Mindfulness
Mindfulness
We use media as a tool to uplift communities and inspire meaningful, positive change.
LaVerne Bowen Founder & CEO
"While working as a letter carrier for the US Postal Service in the South Bronx, Bowen sprouted an idea that would change her life and the lives of many others. On her typical routes, Bowen noticed swaths of kids loitering on street corners. She quickly identified that they simply didn't enjoy any of the after-school activities available. Using her love of film, media, and the arts, she launched an after-school program in which kids could write and act out their own plays and movies at Julia Lynn Productions. Today she is winning grants, working with the New York Department of Education, and producing television programs led by local kids... she has succeeded in engaging youth and providing excellent and life-changing services to her community."
LaVerne is also a EPA 608 Universal Technician certified via Willdan Clean Energy Academy and has earned her Climate Change Trailblazer Badge and EV Transportation Certification via GBRI 2024
- Featured on Forbes
Julia Lynn Productions is lovingly named in honor of my eldest sister Julia Lynn Bowen who encouraged me to utilize my God Given talents in the arts, she remains as a positive angel on my shoulder every day!!
- LaVerne Bowen
Kennedy Murray
Vassar College / holistic On-Set Safety
Imani Wallace
PHD candidate / African American Studies
Ayana Bryant
Ayana Bryant
Columbia School
of Journalism
Teen Media Club & Summit
In 2023 JLP created a successful Teen Nights Media Club at the Riverdale Neighborhood House Bx NY with our 8-week Hybrid Media Curriculum. The groundbreaking 2023 Teen Summit which includes committed youth from all over NY State can be viewed here on our Youtube Channel.
2023 Education Advisors
Shoundel McIntosh - 2023 Principal Bronx Theatre High School
Principal Shoundel brought her amazing Youth Drama Troupe
Justine Leonard continues to provide assistance as our NYC Summer Youth Employment Program Coordinator via Global Kids !!
JLP Parents and Health Advisors
Community parents and JLP alumni are all invested in the productive outcome of each child, each semester.
Here our media segments with special guests from Birth from the Earth (doulas) share amazing insights into health disparities that affect our youth and communities
Stay Tuned
In 2024 our podcast directly from the youth premieres with our JLP workplace challenges. Highlighting Youth from our CTE (career and technical education) alumni from NYC High Schools.
NY High School of Art and Design
NY High School of Software Engineering
Empowering Youth Through Positive Arts & Engagement
Regaining control over the negative images and beliefs that many of our children may assimilate. At JLP, we create effective programs and entertainment to instill in our youth positive reinforcement. Through the arts and civic engagement, positive mental images of self-worth, self-esteem and character building-principles are enhanced.
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