Artivism Project of Lawndale with Mural Arts Park
Artivism Project of Lawndale moves to its 2nd iteration in Winter 2026 where young people of Lawndale continue to "unlearn Cermak" and build a movement centered on racial healing and artivism. Young residents of Lawndale aged 14-19, apply today!
Artivism Project of Lawndale moves to its 2nd iteration in Winter 2026 where young people of Lawndale continue to "unlearn Cermak" and build a movement centered on racial healing and artivism. Young residents of Lawndale aged 14-19, apply today!
Project details:
This is a Saturday program that will begin Saturday, Feb 7
Saturday sessions will be held 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Program dates are: 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, and 3/28. A culminating showcase will be held afterward, details pending.
APL location will be in Lawndale, address TBD
Participants commit to attending all 8 sessions & the culminating showcase to receive a $500 stipend.
Themes/experiences for participants will include racial healing circles, people's history of the One Lawndale movement, choosing social justice topics aligned to youth interest/passion, and creative expression within mural arts.
Please express interest here before Friday January 9th, 2026! Candidates will be asked to participate in a mandatory virtual meet and greet session in mid January to finalize the APL roster and get questions answered.
Last year, APL delivered a fantastic 9 week cohort experience, with youth from both sides of Cermak. Together we learned a lot and are happy to share the highlight reel below!