JAYU

JAYU JAYU is a Canadian charity that shares human rights stories through the arts and engaging dialogue. JAYU (JAYU Festival Inc.)

is a registered charity that shares human rights stories through the arts and engaging dialogue. We are located in downtown Toronto at 401 Richmond St W., suite 354.

06/04/2026

In-person days are the best days 🌟

A mind-body workshop for those ready to move through what they feel with 🌀Join us as we explore the deep connection bet...
06/03/2026

A mind-body workshop for those ready to move through what they feel with 🌀

Join us as we explore the deep connection between emotions and the body through somatic practices, journaling, shadow work, yoga, and the power of vulnerability guided by and as they create a space for healing, self-discovery, and reconnecting with your inner truth. Come move, feel, write, and release.

📅 Sunday, June 21
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 The JAYU Studio

GOOD TO KNOW
🧘🏽‍♀️Yoga mats and writing materials will be available at the session. If you have access to a yoga mat, please feel free to bring it in!

⚪ This workshop is designed to accommodate folks with physical disabilities or those who prefer minimal movement. Our primary focus is to support equity-deserving artists feel comfortable taking up space.

Thank you to The Charles H. Ivey Foundation and for supporting JAYU's wellness initiatives by helping us provide young artists with the tools and space they need for self-discovery and creative expression 🌱

🔗 Register now at the link in our bio or at www.jayu.ca/register

06/02/2026

We run a tight words of affirmation office over here 🫠

Hot mic + Big feels = Spoken Word Poetry 🗓️ June 10 at 7:00pm📍40 Richmond St W, Studio 380’s annual Summer Poetry Slam i...
05/28/2026

Hot mic + Big feels = Spoken Word Poetry

🗓️ June 10 at 7:00pm
📍40 Richmond St W, Studio 380

’s annual Summer Poetry Slam is back in collaboration with featuring performances from participants of the iAM Spoken Word Poetry program led by

Over the past few weeks, storytellers have gathered to explore poetry and creative writing as pathways toward voice, healing, and liberation through writing exercises, mentorship, performance coaching, and community care. Together, they’ve built a space where unheard stories are honoured, confidence takes root, and connection becomes possible.

Now, they’re taking the stage.

It’s sweltering summer energy meets community care. Register at www.jayu.ca/register or at the link in our bio to experience one of our fav nights of the year 🔗

Poets interested in performing, please read the registration page for instructions 🎤

05/28/2026

The laptops open real quick 💀

iAM Mural Painting is back in partnership with 🗓️ Thursdays, July 9 – August 27⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM📍 The JAYU Studio & T...
05/25/2026

iAM Mural Painting is back in partnership with

🗓️ Thursdays, July 9 – August 27
⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 The JAYU Studio &

This 8-week program offers young artists a space to learn and experience the fundamentals of mural painting led by

What You’ll Learn:
🎨 An understanding of colour theory when working with paint and spray paint
🖼️ The elements of composition for large scale artwork

PLUS:
💸 Receive an honorarium at the end of the program
👩🏽‍🎨 Collaborate with other artists to help create the mural!

🔗 Register now at the link in our bio or at www.jayu.ca/register

We acknowledge the support of .council for with their support of this program 🌱

Unlock the power of your pocket-sized studio 🤳🏽🗓️ Mondays, July 6 – August 10⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM📍 The JAYU StudioiAM Mob...
05/22/2026

Unlock the power of your pocket-sized studio 🤳🏽

🗓️ Mondays, July 6 – August 10
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 The JAYU Studio

iAM Mobile Photography is designed to help you transform your everyday pictures into powerful works of art — all from your phone. Guided by iAM Mentor you’ll explore the creative potential of mobile photography while learning how to tell stories through your lens.

🌟 Learn how to master lighting and exposure on your phone
🎨 Maximize your editing skills with mobile-friendly tools and apps
🖼️ Explore photography as a mindful practice for storytelling and self-expression

Your next great shot is already in your hands ✨
If you do not have access to a device, let us know and we’ll provide accommodations!

🔗 Register now at the link in our bio or at www.jayu.ca/register

Photography made simple 📸🗓️ Tuesdays, June 30 – August 18⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM📍 401 Richmond Street W Studio 409 & 380This...
05/21/2026

Photography made simple 📸

🗓️ Tuesdays, June 30 – August 18
⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 401 Richmond Street W Studio 409 & 380

This 8-week photography program is designed for beginners led by .cole who will guide you on how photography opens up new ways to create, document, and see the world.

Each session is hands-on from the start, using Sony mirrorless cameras and natural light to explore the exposure triangle—ISO, shutter speed, and aperture—the core controls that shape how your images look and feel. The goal isn’t the perfect shot, but understanding what you’re doing and why.

🔗 For artists 16-29, sign up at the link in our bio or at www.jayu.ca/register

What if your jokes could actually change the way people see each other?🗓️ Saturdays, June 27 – July 11⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 ...
05/20/2026

What if your jokes could actually change the way people see each other?

🗓️ Saturdays, June 27 – July 11
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 The JAYU Studio

In this iAM program, you’ll learn how to craft sketch comedy that goes beyond laughs and use humour as a tool to explore human connection, challenge stereotypes, and spark meaningful conversations. Guided by , you’ll move through a mix of writing exercises and performance practice, collaborating with others to bring bold, thoughtful, and funny ideas to life.

You’ll learn how to:
✍🏽 Develop original sketch ideas rooted in real experiences
💭 Use humour to build empathy and challenge assumptions
🎭 Write compelling, character-driven scenes
🤝🏽 Collaborate and co-create in a writers’ room environment
🎤 Bring your work off the page and into performance

Whether you’re new to comedy or looking to sharpen your voice, this is your space to experiment, take
risks, and say something that matters through laughter.

Register at www.jayu.ca/register or the link in our bio to start writing sketches that stick 🔗

What if your finances weren’t something you avoided but something that actively supported your art? 💸 🗓️ Monday, May 25⏰...
05/12/2026

What if your finances weren’t something you avoided but something that actively supported your art? 💸

🗓️ Monday, May 25
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 The JAYU Studio

In this workshop, creative entrepreneurs will build practical foundations in budgeting, cash flow awareness, and financial decision-making through the lens of your creative practice, not outside of it.

Using the Cobella Clarity Method by you’ll learn how to:
❓ Understand the financial habits shaping your decisions
🔍 Identify patterns like avoidance or reactive spending
👁️ Build clearer visibility and control over your money
⚖️ Align your financial practices with your artistic goals

This isn’t about restriction—it’s about clarity, confidence, and creative sustainability. For artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs ready to feel more grounded in how they manage money register at www.jayu.ca/register or at the link in our bio 🔗

Address

401 Richmond Street W Suite 380
Toronto, ON
M5V3A8

Telephone

+14167123477

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