The 8 Project is a creative sanctuary and residency for survivors of mass trauma. It is a healing program that brings together art, therapy, and community. Survivors enter the studio to reclaim their voices, process their experiences, and transform pain into powerful works of art. Through collaboration with institutions, communities, and one another, they move through a journey of rehabilitation and resilience — turning personal stories of survival into collective healing and hope.

Through the residency program, The 8 Project builds bridges with diverse communities by partnering with schools, colleges, hospitals, cultural institutions, and organizations such as the Los Angeles County Fire Department. These collaborations give residents the space to create meaningful art, share their stories, and transform creativity into a platform for empathy, healing, and connection.