In Association With
Honoring the legacy of those who came before us.
African American students are invited to participate in a
special creative project for a chance to win CA$H prize$
special creative project for a chance to win CA$H prize$
Based on interviewing an elder member of their family,
from their place of worship, or in their community;
learning about the elders' experiences that represent
resilience, courage and hope for the future.
from their place of worship, or in their community;
learning about the elders' experiences that represent
resilience, courage and hope for the future.
Creating and submitting one of the following:
An audio recording
A video
A written essay
A poem
An original work of art
An audio recording
A video
A written essay
A poem
An original work of art
Demonstrating the lessons learned through their interview with this elder.
This contest is more than a project, it is a movement!
Full details and instructions on how to enter contact:
Denise Tyler, NPA president/CEO
[email protected]
Denise Tyler, NPA president/CEO
[email protected]
Black America 250 student contest empowers young people to honor history,
amplify truth, and envision a more inclusive America, ensuring that their generation,
and those who come after them, helps shape the narrative for the next 250 years.
amplify truth, and envision a more inclusive America, ensuring that their generation,
and those who come after them, helps shape the narrative for the next 250 years.
PURPOSE:
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Promote a deeper understanding of Black American history,
and its role in the founding and evolution of the United States. - Encourage critical thinking, creativity, and civic engagement among students.
- Elevate youth voices in shaping the narrative of America’s past, present, and future.
- Foster pride, awareness and intergenerational dialogue.