Empowering Voices, Inspiring Justice
Welcome to Just Arts
Just Arts is a community-centered organization dedicated to empowering individuals through creativity, artistic expression, and education. We believe the arts are a powerful tool for confidence-building, storytelling, and social impact.
Through workshops, performances, and creative programs, Just Arts creates safe and inspiring spaces where voices are heard, talents are nurtured, and communities are strengthened.
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What You'll Find Here
- Upcoming programs and events
- Creative workshops and artistic opportunities
- Community partnerships and engagement
- Inspiring stories and impac
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Leadership
Meet Our CEO
Collisa Lankford
Collisa Lankford is a dedicated educator, community leader, and advocate for artistic expression and empowerment. A proud Queens, New York native, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Black and Puerto Rican Studies with a minor in Education from Hunter College–CUNY and has taught high school students in New York, Texas, and Georgia.
She is the founder of Just Arts, a nonprofit focused on providing marginalized youth with access to artistic education and creative opportunities. Collisa also serves as the Executive Director and Creative Director of the Athens Area Performing Arts Collective, where she fosters artistic excellence, inclusion, and community engagement.
Driven by equity and service, Collisa is deeply committed to mentoring future leaders and empowering young people to use their voices with confidence, integrity, and purpose.