Menu Writing Writing encompasses creative nonfiction, novel, play or script, poetry, short story and spoken word. The strongest submissions demonstrate a sense of inventiveness, show attention to the complexities and technical aspects of language, and have a clear, original, and distinct point of view. Watch Are you a writer who is 15–18 years old or in grades 10–12? The 2022 application is now closed. Sign Up for Updates FAQ Eligibility To be eligible, you must be able to answer ”Yes“ to these statements: I am either a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident/green card recipient, or I can demonstrate that I am legally able to receive taxable income in the United States. I am in grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year I am applying. If I’m selected as a Finalist, this would be my first time attending National YoungArts Week. Application Requirements All the requirements for the 2022 competition are listed in the downloadable PDFs. Creative Nonfiction Novel Play or Script Poetry Short Story Spoken Word Hear from Winners and Guest Artists Sarah Braunstein, Guest Artist John Murillo, Guest Artist Rhiannon McGavin (2016 Writing) Christopher Castellani (1990, 1992 Writing), National Selection Panelist Vanessa Garcia & Grace Talusan, National Selection Panelists Nicole Cooley (1984 Writing), National Selection Panelist View select works from winners here. For the first time, I felt confident and so centered in my art—for the first time, I had the opportunity to talk to talented and powerful artists my age and learn from them.” — Sarah Mohammed (2021 Writing) The National Foundation for the Advancement of Artists → 2100 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33137 1.800.970.ARTS (2787) info@youngarts.org Contact FAQ COVID-19 Safety Policy Educators Careers Media Accessibility Terms and Privacy Audited Financials Form 990 Annual Report (2019-2020) © 2021 YoungArts

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