Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh 2024

Frederick Honors College Invites You to Participate in the 2nd Annual Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh 

The David C. Frederick Honors College at the University of Pittsburgh is proud to support the second annual "Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh" initiative curated by FHC’s Artist-in-Residence, Morgan Overton. This initiative calls on all members of the Pittsburgh community to submit creative works that help us imagine and shape a more equitable future for our city. This initiative is important to the Frederick Honors College as it aligns with our commitment to fostering diverse perspectives, our desire for our students to engage with the broader Pittsburgh community, and it promotes creative thinking and expression 

About the Initiative

In collaboration with the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, other departments at the University of Pittsburgh, and 1Hood Media, we're seeking art that expands diversity consciousness and celebrates minoritized culture and perspectives. 

Join Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh Curator and Visual Artist Morgan Overton at the information session on August 29th at 12:00 p.m. to learn more about the 2024 Call for Art, hear from last year’s winners and ask questions! 

Theme

As we look to the future, we recognize the need for intentional, intersectional efforts to cultivate a just and equitable Pittsburgh. We invite you to share your vision of a thriving, inclusive community through various forms of creative expression. 

Key Information 

  • Submission Deadline: October 20, 2024, 11:59 p.m. EST 
  • Open to all members of the Southwestern PA community 
  • Showcase your work and contribute to important dialogues about our city's future!

How to Participate 

  1. Review the detailed submission criteria, acceptable formats, and exhibition requirements on our submission portal. 
  2. Register for and attend the information session on August 29th at 12:00 p.m.
  3. Explore the inspiring works from our 2023 winners to get inspired!
  4. Create your piece, expressing your vision boldly and authentically. 
  5. Submit your work through our online form. 

Submission Categories

Writing for the Page
  • Short stories
  • Poetry
  • Personal essays
  • Flash Fiction
Visual Art
  • 2D
  • 3D
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Sculpture
  • Fiber art
  • Graphic design
Performance
  • Music
  • Dance
  • Slam poetry
  • Spoken word
Video & Interdisciplinary
  • Mixed media
  • Digital art
  • Cross-category works
Youth Arts (17 and younger)
  • All categories above

Awards

Adult Categories

  • First Place: Four awards of $2,000 each.
  • Runners-Up: Four awards of $750 each. 

Youth Categories

  • First Place: Four awards of $750 each. 
  • Runners-Up: Four awards of $250 each. 

Display Awards

  • Up to $50 each for artists whose work is selected for exhibition. 

 

Join us in reimagining Pittsburgh's future through art. Your voice and vision matter! 

For questions or more information, please contact the Frederick Honors College’s Social Innovation Office members: