HHN2L was founded to provide African-American youth and young adults a platform to use hip hop, music videos, and travel to make positive changes locally, state-wide,  federally, and globally.  HHN2L has mentored over  130+ students and 50+ TRYP members by providing them with opportunities using the 9 Elements of Hip Hop.   Mission and Vision The Mission of HHN2L is to use the (k)Nown (k)Nowledge (N2) of Black youth to educate and positively influence change through self-awareness and self-expression. Our Vision is to use Hip Hop Culture to create structural change that positively impacts the lives of Black and Brown youth.   Our 4 Pillars HHN2L provides a safe space for African-American students and young adults (ages 8 to 21) to develop talents, cultivate experience in music and performing arts, and pave the path for greater creative opportunities in their lives. HHN2L does this through its four pillars:  1 Hip Hop-Based Education 2 Music Creation  3 Career Development    4 Advocacy  HHN2L  utilizes the four pillars to ensure systems change works for students, their peers, families, and our vulnerable populations.