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Music, Movement, and Mobilizing Communities: Meet Andy Guerrero
As a founding member of the groundbreaking band Flobots, Andy Guerrero has always believed in the power of creative expression to inspire civic action. From hits like Handlebars to co-founding Youth on Record, Guerrero has used music and storytelling to
empower young people to take control of their own narratives. He will be speaking at the 2025 GlobalMindED Conference.
Guerrero’s work sits at the intersection of education, music, and social impact. Through his leadership with Youth on Record—a nonprofit that places professional musicians in Denver classrooms—he’s reshaped how schools engage students who feel unseen or unheard.
These artist-educators help students develop not just technical music skills, but the confidence and identity that come from self-expression and storytelling.Youth on Record serves thousands of students annually, many of whom face systemic barriers. Its programming focuses on emotional well-being, artistic development, and leadership training, providing students with the tools they need to thrive both inside and outside of school. Guerrero believes that creative expression is not a luxury—it’s a necessity for youth navigating complex personal and societal challenges.
Beyond his nonprofit work, Guerrero continues to perform and record music, using his platform to highlight issues of justice, identity, and community resilience. His commitment to using art as activism has made him a respected voice in both music and education circles.
At the GlobalMindED Conference, Guerrero will explore how the creative arts can play a critical role in education. He’ll speak about the need for culturally responsive teaching, the value of artist-led learning environments, and why storytelling—through music, poetry, and performance—is one of the most powerful tools we have for systemic change.
Whether in the classroom or on the stage, Andy Guerrero’s work is about amplifying voices that too often go unheard. His story reminds us that when students see themselves in their curriculum—and in their teachers—they not only learn better, they lead better.
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