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Call for Digital Version of Art: Cultivating Belonging and Shared Humanity Art Contest

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The Office of Racial and Social Justice and the Office of Arts and Culture are seeking submissions for artwork in digital format to use on the Office of Racial and Social Justice projects. Artists are encouraged to submit images of original painting, photography, sculpture, digital illustration, textiles and mixed media.

Be sure to review the rules at the link below. Send all submissions no later than  March 11, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (PST). Artists whose work has been selected will receive $500.

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Office of Racial and Social Justice

The County of San Mateo Office of Racial and Social Justice is responsible for supporting the County government to bring an equity lens into operations, supporting the goal of the ordinance, utilizing equity frameworks and various tools (e.g., equity action plans and equity impact assessments) when warranted.

This office was created through the action of the Board of Supervisors in the 2021 resolution to Advance Racial Equity Efforts and the 2024 Equity Ordinance. 
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Vision for Equity in San Mateo County

All San Mateo County residents must experience just and fair inclusion into a society in which all can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. The County of San Mateo recognizes historical and current structural policies and practices that continue to harm people of color, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities.  Learn more »
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Email: equitysmc@smcgov.org 
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