Roar Loud Self Future Story

Roar Through Art's project, ROAR LOUD, was a transformative initiative designed to empower young people and adults alike, through various art modalities, helping them express themselves, build confidence, and improve their mental fitness. The project featured Digital Illustration, Emotions on Canvas, Drama performances, Music performances, and Book Writing. Each modality allowed participants to explore their creativity while tackling issues of self-expression, anxiety, and self-worth.

Toyin, the Project Lead, was the ideal person to deliver ROAR LOUD because of her personal journey and passion for helping others overcome fear and limiting beliefs. As a survivor, and now a thriver of her own struggles with confidence and self-worth—detailed in her memoir Hush to Roar—Toyin used her experience to coach participants, guiding them to believe in themselves and their abilities. Her deep understanding of these challenges made her uniquely qualified to lead such an impactful project.

We are deeply grateful to Arts Council England for their sponsorship and support, which made this project possible. Through ROAR LOUD, participants not only developed their creative skills, but they also experienced personal growth. The project nurtured their courage, boosted their self-worth, and gave them tools to maintain mental wellness through artistic expression.