African American History Month 2018 Arts and Writing Competition for Students Grades 8 to 12

Sponsored annually by the Connecticut People's World Committee to remember the

lives and work of Dalzenia Henry and Virginia Henry who devoted themselves to the

young people of New Haven and to making a better future.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated 50 years ago on April 4, 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee while supporting sanitation workers on strike for fair wages, safe working conditions, dignity and respect.

Speaking at the Mason Temple the night before, he said, "Let us rise up tonight with a greater readiness. Let us stand with a greater determination. And let us move on in these powerful days, these days of challenge to make America what it ought to be. We have an opportunity to make America a better nation."

He had come to the conclusion that racism, poverty and war were triple evils that were destroying our society. He called for unity and action to create a revolution of values.

Express in artwork, poetry, essay or song:

What lessons can we learn from Dr. King's courageous life? What kind of collective action is needed in 2018 to carry his legacy forward?

Requirements + Art work – Two dimentional (Drawings, paintings, collage, prints, photographs, etc.) Paper size not larger than 18” x 24”

+ Essay, poem, rap or song – Not longer than 2 pages

Deadline Entries must be received by 5 pm on Thursday, February 15, 2018

Name, address, phone, e-mail, age, school, teacher's name (where applicable) must be included

Submission Electronic: ct-pww@pobox.com

Mail: CT People's World, 37 Howe Street, New Haven. CT 06511

Prizes Gift certificates ($100 first place, $50 second place, $25 third place) and books

Presentation Prizes and recognition for all entries will be presented on Sunday, February 25,

2018 at 4:00 pm during the 44th Annual African American History Month Celebration

sponsored by the Connecticut People's World Committee.

Information e-mail to: ct-pww@pobox.com