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In recent years, minorities in America have experienced an increase in marked verbal violence and personal attacks and a history of racial discrimination. Most recent in our Asian Americans/AAPI populations. In response to these unfortunate incidents, conversation at schools across the nation and the world have sparked conversations on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion relate to social justice, fairness, human rights, and equitable access to opportunities.    Two art contests themed Stop Hate are now calling for entries, encouraging young artist to create a work of art that demonstrates the chosen medium’s potential to create a visual dialogue and promote community. Note: one artwork can only be submitted to one of the two contests. Contest One: Juried High School Art Competition Theme: Stop Hate Organized & Sponsored by: KJC International Inc. & West California Academy of Art and Design No registration fee--Free to enter! Submission Deadline: March 11, 2023 Announcement of results: March 15, 2023 Total of 7 winners selected. Trophies & certificates. One Grand Prize with $200 scholarship and $100 each for the rest 6 winners. The Grand Prize artwork will be published online. Medium: Any medium on any surface. Size restriction: 11X17 Digital art is accepted. Only ONE entry accepted per submission. Submit Link: http://www.myarteducation.com/2023-art-contest.html  In art and design creativity, curiosity, empathy and mindful connection, create what we imagine as an open mindset. At WCAAD we encourage to have learners, construct, and assimilate our connections to the world and each other, through stories, inquiry, investigation, reflection, and art. Art has the emotional connectivity to our world and our communities, because they are us and we are them. As a philosophy of learning, we value learning through creative processes as authentic catalysts for social change in our arts education. Creative learning is the change needed in education that creates a connected community and therefore a connected society. One that cares for one another and values inclusivity and diversity and equality in our shared experiences. as a creative process. KJC International Inc. and West California Academy of Art and Design invite students in high school in valuing arts integration and promote engaging students in participation and contribution to help our community learn through self-expression, identifying multiple perspectives and sense of self and voice. We invite participants to think about but not limited to issues and uplifting of interconnectedness, equity, stewardship, mindfulness, curiosity, culture, age, race, gender, sexual diversity, and disability. A visual image that cultivates creativity, curiosity, empathy, and connection, as a mindset mindfully relating to our shared experience in a more united world. Authenticity & Liability: Do not copy or plagiarize. Artwork must be original and not copied. KJC International Inc. & West California Academy of Art and Design are not responsible for any copyright issues. We have the right to disqualify any entry whose authenticity is questioned. All art should be picked up 30 days after competition ends before April 6, 2023. Drop off address: 420 S. Pine Street, San Gabriel, CA91776 Tuesday—Friday 3:00—6:00pm Digital entry submitted to Email: [email protected] Web: www.MyArtEducation.com Tel: 626-558-7777 Contest Two: Digital Art Contest 2023 Theme: Stop Hate Organized & Sponsored by: Asian Youth Center (AYC) Submission Deadline: Mar. 19, 2023 Age category: 13 and under, 14-18, 19 and up Prize: $150 gift card per winner. Winning entries will be printed on AYC Stop Hate materials (T-shirts and tote bags, etc.) to spread your message in the community! For full details and entry form, scan the QR code or go to the link: bit.ly/StopHateArtContest  Send us your original art or design to raise awareness about the dangers of hate and promote diversity and inclusion in our community!
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