Writing for Social Change
are you feeling called to be a part of social change?
This 4-part workshop series will provide BIPOC artists just like you with the tools to imagine and create culturally diverse children's books.
You will learn about the craft and design from experienced literary artists.
You will then be inspired to write a manuscript that focuses on equity and inclusion for a book award competition!
You will need to meet the criteria above and submit it before Monday, November 15, 2021, at midnight to be considered.
The winner will:
be selected by a community panel of judges
receive a $1,000 cash prize and 10 copies of the published book
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
These 4 videos offer valuable insight, tips, and guidance to support your writing journey and encourage your submission in the form below.
Artika is an author, law professor, civil rights attorney, speaker, and the founder of Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute.
She works to empower others to lead within their respective spheres of influence.
Sera is the Senior Literary Manager at Martin Literary & Media Management and launched Avenue A Books at the Center for Responsive Schools.
She works to support writers and illustrators hone their craft to produce their best work.
Deborah is an author, founder of the publishing house African Bureau Stories, and co-founder of Accord Literary.
She works to inspire African writers and illustrators to create and publish children's books.
Bukola is an author, journalist, member of the U.S. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking, and founder of The Enitan Story.
She works to inform, educate, and inspire positive change.