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Honoring the 50th Anniversary of the 26th Amendment
July 1st, 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the 26th Amendment which lowered the voting age to 18 years old from 21 years old. To honor this anniversary, Blue Future is hosting an art competition for young artists. With ongoing Republican attacks on our freedom to vote, young people must use our voice to highlight the importance of voting and strengthening our democracy. This is a turning point for our nation.
Through art and culture, we can help ensure that we can safely and freely cast our ballots, have our voices heard, and elect leaders who deliver on our priorities.
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THEME
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The theme of the competition is the importance of voting and civic engagement. Whatever our color, background or zip code, in America we value our freedom. When it comes to setting the rules for our lives, we want the freedom to vote in a transparent process we trust so we can elect leaders who deliver for us from creating jobs to providing affordable care.
Guiding questions to spur creativity:
What does democracy mean to you at this moment?
What does voting mean to you? Why do you vote?
What inspires your civic engagement in your community?
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APPLYING
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ELIGIBILITY
Any young person (ages 15-25) can enter!
SUBMISSION RULES
- All submissions must be original in concept, design and execution
- All submissions must be visual art; Acceptable mediums include: paintings, drawings, collage, prints, mixed media, digital art & graphic design, photography, sculpture, videos art
- Artists are encouraged, but not required, to work with partners and submit on behalf of a group
HOW TO ENTER
To enter submit either a high resolution picture of your art, or a link to the video here!
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FUNDING & TIMELINE
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TIMELINE
July 1st – July 31st: Artists submit their work
August 1st – August 9th: Blue Future Youth Organizers vote on the top submissions
August 10th: The winners are announced on social media
PRIZES
1st place: $400
2nd place: $250
3rd place: $100
Questions? Send us an email to [email protected].
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