New Generation Scholars is a study abroad leadership institute under Muse 360 Arts, founded by Sharayna Christmas, and Bashi Rose in 2007. It provides Baltimore city youth ages 13-21 with the opportunity to gain knowledge of self through studying the influences of the African Diaspora. Scholars grow as strong leaders, understand the importance of collectiveness and community, and learn to grow as creative people.

We use photography and videography to tell our own story and show the world from our perspective as black youth. We study political education and radical texts to further our knowledge. To gain a greater understanding of the influences of the Diaspora, scholars have the opportunity to travel. This year, we visited the beautiful island of St.Croix and experienced the rich culture and history of our people.