How do you paint the SILENCE?

At times, we hear not with our ears but with our eyes—a silent symphony of understanding. Our artists have sought to capture this essence, to give form and figure to the very concept of being Voiceless.

On December 28th, 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 is a window into the souls of those rendered silent, awaiting the chance to be seen, felt, and 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 declarations.

Join us in celebrating the art that expresses silence, for in these expressions, we may find a mirror reflecting the depths of our own humanity.

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THE UAN 1 PRIZE

FARAH TRABLSIE- Name: مخاوف / Fears 33×27 cm Ink & gold leaves on paper

LENDING A VOICE

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.

For questions or additional information, please contact:

ART@VOICELESS.LIFE

THE MEANING BEHIND THE NAME

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.

ABOUT THE PRIZE

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Five independent jurors external to the project - accomplished artists, patrons of the arts, and creators—will adjudicate the competition. The winning works will be featured in "The Voiceless" theater play and showcased on our platform.

PRIZES

First Prize: Exhibition in "The Voiceless" theater play, feature on our website, and recognition at the play reading. ($300)
Second Prize: Exhibition alongside the first-prize winner and digital showcase ($150)

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Artists must submit:

Original artwork (all visual mediums accepted)
Title of the work
Full name of the artist
Artist statement explaining the meaning and inspiration behind the work

SUBMISSION FORMATS

Artists must send to the email art@voiceless.life:

A photograph of the original Artwork in screen resolution (72 PPI) with a minimum of 2500 pixels.
In the case of videos, send a link for direct download.
Artist statement explaining the meaning and inspiration behind the work

IMPORTANT DATES

Submission Deadline: December 1, 2025
Winners Announcement: December 28, 2025

LEGAL TERMS

By submitting work to the UAN 1 Prize, artists acknowledge and agree that:

Their submitted artwork may be published on our website, social media platforms, and promotional materials related to the UAN 1 Prize.
Winning entries will be displayed during "The Voiceless" theater play performances and related events.
The UAN 1 Prize organizers have the right to reproduce images of the submitted artwork for promotional, educational, and documentation purposes.
Full credit will always be given to the artist when their work is displayed, published, or otherwise used.
The artist retains copyright ownership of their work, while granting the UAN 1 Prize a non-exclusive license to use the work as described above.
Personal information provided during submission will be handled in accordance with our privacy policy.

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