The Caribbean Youth Voices: Art for Action Competition invites young people aged 15–30 from across the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) to use creativity, storytelling, and artistic expression to share their experiences, perspectives, and ideas for a healthier and more inclusive Caribbean.
Launched ahead of the Guidance on Meaningful Engagement of Youth, Including Young People Living with Non-Communicable Diseases in Health Decision-Making in CARICOM, this competition seeks to amplify youth voices and contribute to a growing regional conversation on youth participation, leadership, and health decision-making.
Whether through visual art, poetry, music, spoken word, photography, film, or other creative forms, we want to hear your voice.
Theme
Nothing For Us Without Us
Young people should be more than participants in decisions that affect their health and well-being; they should be partners in shaping them.
We invite you to explore:
- Youth leadership and participation
- Inclusion and representation
- Health equity and social justice
- Barriers and opportunities for engagement
- Partnerships between youth and decision-makers
- Your vision for a healthier Caribbean
Show us through your art.
Who Can Participate?
Youth aged 15–30 years residing in CARICOM Member States and Associate Members.
Categories
Visual Art
Drawing, painting, digital art, illustration, textile art, photography, and short film.
Literary Art
Poetry and prose.
Performing Arts
Song, music video, movement video, and spoken word performances.
Awards
Voice of Change Award
Awarded to the submission that most powerfully communicates a vision, experience, or solution related to youth engagement in health decision-making.
Vision for the Future Award
Awarded to the submission that presents the most compelling vision for positive change and youth leadership in creating healthier Caribbean communities.
People’s Choice Award
Awarded through public voting.
Important Dates
Competition Launch
1 July 2026
Guidance Note Launch Webinar
21 July 2026
Submission Deadline
31 July 2026
International Youth Day Webinar and Winners Announcement
12 August 2026
Why Participate?
Your work could be featured in:
- Regional webinars
- International Youth Day activities
- Online galleries
- Social media campaigns
- Regional advocacy initiatives
- Future youth engagement activities across CARICOM
Selected submissions will help amplify youth perspectives and contribute to ongoing conversations about meaningful engagement in health decision-making across the region.
Ready to Participate?
Submit Your Entry
Caribbean Youth Voices: Art for Action Submission Form