Celebrating Black History

 
 
 

WRITING COMPETITION

Theme: Celebrating Black History (Pan-Africanism)

DEADLINE: Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Submit to: info@ppgj.org

Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute is committed to inspiring BIPOC youth to become literary artists who share stories that reflect their rich cultural heritage. We are starting the new year reflecting on Black history and culture. 

To enter this competition, youth are asked to reflect upon the writing prompt “WE ARE ...” and finish the statement.

PPGJLI Founder, Dr. Artika Tyner, offers a few of her reflections as examples:

“We are the hope of our ancestors- generations of strength, courage, and power.”

“We are jazz as we create harmonies of peace and unity.” 

 
 
 
 

We welcome responses from youth who are:

  • MN Residents of African American heritage

Selected winners will:

  • Receive $50

  • Be featured in a new children’s book

Please email responses to info@ppgj.org before the January 31 deadline.

These videos provide support and inspiration

 
 
 
 
 

*This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.