Asian PaCIVICS

Redefining art and activism

 
 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Asian PaCIVICS is an artist-accelerator program that uses music to help drive civic engagement and social impact. Artists financial support and a mentorship program that covers songwriting, creating social change with art, and career development. Throughout the season, they connect with and learn from music industry professionals as well as community leaders.

The program culminates with a nationally broadcasted television series with each episode sharing the work of the artists.

 

What we’re looking for

This program is equal parts art and activism. Projects that demonstrate strength in both areas are more likely to be considered.

We will be prioritizing artists that focus on underrepresented communities and causes, especially geographic locations (South, Midwest, and rural areas), racial/ethnic identities under the AAPI umbrella, and issues that have a disproportionate impact on Asian Americans but typically don’t include our voices.

Artists that focus on any grassroots legislative campaign efforts will receive additional consideration.

 
 

How to Apply

Ten artists will be chosen. Each will receive $1,500 USD, coaching through the process, work with GRAMMY-award winning producers, and promotional features on radio and television stations across the country.

Songs and artists at all stages will be considered - it is not necessary to have a fully recorded idea. Just complete the application to be considered. There is no cost or obligation to apply.

Only U.S-based artists who identify racially/ethnically as Asian and/or Pacific Islander qualify. Multi-racial groups/bands with at least one member who identifies as AAPI may also apply. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 11 at 11:59pm ET.

 

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To see Season One cohort of artists and their causes, visit this page.