Every summer, OCA-New York hosts the Hate Crimes Prevention Art Contest. Now in its third year, the competition is coordinated and developed by New York City college and high school students, with the intent to engage local youth in the matter of hate crime prevention.
Next week, you're invited to the third annual Hate Crimes Prevention Art Exhibit, a showcase of New York City high school student artwork. It's happening Tuesday, August 4 at Brooklyn Borough Hall. Read on for the evening's details:
The Third AnnualSounds like a really cool event. There will be noted speakers, performances from Mahina Movement and Taiyo Na, and the presentation of awards to the Hate Crime Prevention Art Contest winners. The exhibit is free, but you must RSVP. For furtherinformation about the program, go here.
HATE CRIMES PREVENTION ART EXHIBIT
A showcase of NYC high school student artwork
Featuring musical performances, speeches by community leaders and elected officials, and the announcement of the Hate Crimes Prevention Art Contest winners!
Tuesday August 4 - 6-9PM - Brooklyn Borough Hall
FREE! RSVP required: email hatecrimesprevention@gmail.com by Aug. 2 with the names of all attendees.
For information about the Hate Crimes Prevention Art Exhibit and Contest, please visit us at http://www.heiroku.net/stophate/
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Hosted by OCA-New York, in partnership with Ana Luisa Garcia Community Center, Chinatown Youth Initiatives, and South Asian Youth Action! Sponsored by OCA-NY, Youthbridge NY, and the Office of the Brooklyn Borough President
