Submission Guidelines: Many Truths – Breaking Down False Dichotomies

We invite submissions of original visual art, photography, poetry, or short stories of no more than 500 words) for inclusion in a curated collection and online gallery. 

Themes: Many Truths, Healing, Connection, System Impacts, Impacts of Harm, Surviving, Thriving, Restorative Practice

Why participate?

  • Foster Connection: Build community through artistic expression of shared humanity and experiences.
  • Explore Self-Healing: Use creative expression as a tool for reflection.
  • Challenge Narratives: Help dismantle harmful binaries and promote empathy.

Submission Format:

  • Submit up to three (3) original pieces per person.
  • All visual art (2 dimensional) and photography must be submitted as high-resolution JPG files (minimum 300 DPI, at least 1200 pixels on the longest side) to ensure suitability for both online and print exhibition.
  • Each image must be titled as follows: “ArtistInitials_Title_Submission#”
  • Written works should be submitted as Word documents or PDFs.

How to Submit:

1. Email Submissions:
   Send your files, name, phone and a brief description of each piece to:
  hello@restorativeactionalliance.org
   Subject line: Many Truths Submission – [Your Name]

2. Mail Submissions:
   Send hard copies (no originals, as items will not be returned) to:
   Restorative Action Alliance
   c/o Many Truths Call for Entries
   282 Katonah Ave, Unit 1017
   Katonah, NY 01536

Eligibility:

Open to people aged 18 and up who are impacted by cycles of harm and the criminal legal system, including:

  • Crime survivors
  • Family members
  • System-impacted individuals

***Submissions must be your original work.***

Privacy Options:

You may choose to have your work displayed anonymously or credited by name. Please specify your preference when submitting.

Deadline:

All submissions must be postmarked or electronically received by midnight Eastern Time September 30, 2025.

Important Notes:

  • Do not submit original artwork; RAA is not responsible for items lost or damaged in transit.
  • Selected works will be included in a virtual gallery and may be considered for future print publication.

Terms & Conditions

By submitting an entry, the Artist grants permission for Restorative Action Alliance concept to use the accepted image on its website at restroativeactionalliance.org, for brochures, promotional materials, and publicity about the exhibition, both physical and virtual. Every effort will be made to maintain quality true to the submitted image, recognizing that the print or electronic medium may affect how the viewer receives the image. Artist will be given attribution for the work. The Artist hereby certifies that he or she holds the copyright for this material and the copyright remains with said Artist. Restorative Action Alliance will display a notice that material must not be “downloaded” or copied, but will not be held responsible if artwork is copied. The Artist also certifies that the work submitted is original and does not infringe on any existing copyright. If artwork includes image of any person, artist certifies that a model release for such people has been obtained. Furthermore, if the accepted work differs dramatically from the image submitted, SDA reserves the right to return the work to the Artist without hanging in the exhibition. By submitting work, the Artist acknowledges and understands the above provisions and has read and agreed with the provisions in the Call for Entry at https://www.restorativeactionalliance.org/many_truths_program

 

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