Freedom To Create

Calling all artists, in all fields! The Orient Global Freedom to Create Prize 2009 is accepting entries.

There are three prize categories:

Main Prize

For individuals artists or artist groups. The 1st place winner receives $50,000 USD, 2nd prize, $15,000 USD. 3rd place, $10,000 USD. Prize money will be divided 50% to artist or artist group and 50% to a nominated advocacy organization.

Imprisoned Artist Prize

For artists currently imprisoned for defending human rights. The winner receives $25,000 USD to support his/her family, to pay legal expenses and to promote advocacy.

Youth Prize

For individual youth artists or groups under the age of 18. The winner is awarded $10,000 USD for an educational scholarship and $15,000 USD for advocacy.

I know that many of our members work behind the scenes advocating for freedom, awareness, and change. Please consider entering your work.

Deadline is 14 August 2009.

Entry Application