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There is growing evidence to suggest the positive impact of arts education on vulnerable youth. Research suggests that arts education provides an outlet for vulnerable youth to develop their self-expression and improve their proficiency in communicating their dreams and fears. Art activities promote self-esteem, self-confidence, and feelings of acceptance and success (King & Schwabenlender, 1994, p. 8). Arts education also has the potential to meet a variety of developmental needs for vulnerable youth. These developmental needs include intellectual needs, physical needs, social needs, and emotional needs.