At times, we hear not with our ears, but with our eyes - a silent symphony of understanding. This is the essence that our artists have sought to capture, to give form and figure to the very concept of being Voiceless.
On the 28th of December 2025, an impartial jury will convene to select the recipient of the "Uan 1" Prize. This chosen image, born from the brushstrokes of inspiration and empathy, will become the emblematic visage of the Voiceless Project.
Every submission received will be a thread woven into the tapestry of our collective narrative. Each image a window into the souls of those rendered silent, awaiting the chance to be seen, to be felt, to be understood.
We invite you to bear witness to this gallery of the unheard, where every canvas whispers a story yearning to be told. These visual expressions represent the power to transform silence into the most resounding of declarations.
Join us in celebrating the artistry of the Voiceless, for in their expressions, we may find a mirror reflecting the depths of our own humanity.
We are pleased to announce the inaugural UAN 1 Prize for visual artists and extend this invitation to creative minds who understand what it means to be voiceless.
We invite you to share your vision and become part of a movement that bridges cultural divides and amplifies voices that deserve to be heard.
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The name "UAN 1" merges the soft pronunciation of "Juan" in Spanish with the number "One" in English. This symbolizes our core belief: despite our differences in language, culture, and experience, there exists a fundamental human connection that binds us all together.
The UAN 1 Prize aims to discover and celebrate visual art that explores the experience of those who lack representation or whose voices go unheard in society. We seek artwork that bridges divides, creates understanding, and illuminates shared humanity.
Three impartial external jurors—accomplished artists and creators—will adjudicate the competition. The winning works will be featured in "The Voiceless" theater play and showcased on our platform.
Artists must submit:
By submitting work to the UAN 1 Prize, artists acknowledge and agree that:
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