Monday, June 24, 2019

Call for Quotes: Embracing our Differences

2020 Embracing Our Differences International Art Exhibit Celebrating Diversity

Submission deadline: October 8, 2019

Embracing Our Differences is seeking quotes to accompany a juried exhibit that features 50 billboard size pieces of art. These quotations provide the writers a chance to voice their thoughts, feelings and ideas reflecting our theme of “enriching lives through diversity and inclusion.” The combination of visual art and the written word adds a deeper dimension to the overall experience.

Please consider submitting an original quotation either online or by mail and know that you are helping to create a community that is safe and inclusive for all. In 20 words or less, share your thoughts and become part of this enlightening project. Below are several ideas to help stimulate your thoughts about “enriching lives through diversity and inclusion.”

- What does embracing our differences mean to you?
- What does diversity and inclusion mean to you?
- Have you ever felt discrimination? What did it feel like?
- Have you ever been bullied? How did you feel?
- Have you witnessed someone being bullied? How did you feel?
- What have you done to stand up to hatred and prejudice?
- What are you looking for in a best friend?
- What would a perfect world look like?
- If possible, how would you change the world?

The writer with the quote that best embodies these ideas will be awarded $1000. 

No entry fee.

Additional submission requirements and past winning entries are available here.

Liz ChicoineAdministrative Assistant
Embracing Our Differences
PO Box 2559
Sarasota, FL 34230

941.404.5710 
EmbracingOurDifferences

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