YAAS Open Applications

Sister Cities of Franklin and Williamson County and Sister Cities International are proud to present the 2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS), inviting youth from Williamson County, TN to express their creativity through the theme “Friendship: The Heartbeat of Global Peace.” This year’s theme highlights the power of friendship to foster understanding, collaboration, and peace across borders.

Open to artists, writers, photographers, and musicians aged 12-18, the Showcase provides a unique platform to explore how global friendships can drive positive change and bridge cultural divides. Submissions will be accepted in various mediums, including visual art, essays, poetry, and music.

By participating in this inspiring competition, young creators will have the opportunity to share their vision of a peaceful world and contribute to the international dialogue about the importance of building friendships across nations.

Students must submit their artwork to Sister Cities of Franklin and Williamson County, by Saturday, March 1, 2025. Additional information regarding specification and entry requirements can be found in the links below.

Awards

  • Local Competition: First, second, and third places will be chosen between all categories and cash prizes will be awarded by Sister Cities of Franklin and Williamson County to the students in the appropriate age division. 1st place will receive $250, 2nd place - $150; and third place - $75.

  • International Competition: First, Second, and Third place winners will be selected in the international competition in Washington D.C. The Grand Prize Winner (1st place) will receive $1,000; 2nd place will receive $250; and 3rd place will receive $100. The winning art pieces will be published on the Sister Cities International website.

Young Authors Competition Google Application Forms (Deadline March 1, 2025)

Young Artist Competition Google Application Forms (Deadline March 1, 2025)

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