Violence Prevention Institute at Tulane

Generations of systemic inequities, racial discrimination, and disinvestment have intensified gun violence in Black communities. This preventable crisis leaves lasting impacts on countless lives.

We on National Gun Violence Awareness Day to sound the alarm on this injustice. Why do you ?

JCSC, a youth program of the Violence Prevention Institute and Center for Youth Equity at Tulane University, is hosting a youth-centered Field Day Festival on April 18th in New Orleans.

This event was designed by and for young people, with the goal of creating a safe, welcoming space where youth can come together, have fun, and connect with their peers. Recognizing that young people often lack accessible spaces for positive recreation, JCSC is bringing the community together for a day of games, activities, and connection.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with local organizations, discover community resources, and build meaningful relationships all while enjoying a fun-filled afternoon with friends. This event reflects our commitment to youth safety, empowerment, and community building in New Orleans.

Join us on the Lafitte Greenway by the basketball courts (1891 St. Louis) for a full afternoon of:

Sports & games led by Son of a Saint

Face painting & crafts

Bounce house

Free drinks

& More!

Free. Family-friendly. Come as you are.

Join us for the 4th annual Youth Art Contest Exhibit Opening & Award Ceremony!

Come celebrate creativity and talent at this fun, in-person event showcasing amazing artwork by young artists. You'll get to see incredible pieces, meet the artists, and cheer on the winners as they receive their awards. It's a fantastic chance to support youth art and enjoy a lively community gathering. Don’t miss out on this inspiring and colorful celebration!

📤 HOW TO ENTER📤

4th Annual Youth Art Contest + Exhibit

ONLINE: Visit link in bio and include:
Your name, age, school, email, phone
500-character artist bio
500-character artwork description
Parent/guardian info (if under 18)
Artist Release Form

IN-PERSON: Schedule a drop-off at 1440 Canal Street, New Orleans
📧 Email: [email protected]
Students, caregivers, or teachers can submit (with parental permission).

✅ Eligibility: Ages 11-21 in Greater New Orleans (Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa Parishes) including Tulane students originally from these parishes
📆 Deadline: Feb 23, 2026
🏆 Awards: Grand Prize of $1,000 & Age-group Prizes of $250
🔗 Details at https://violenceprevention.tulane.edu/training-outreach/youth-art-contest-exhibit/

Enter or share to celebrate youth voices, creativity, and perspectives on identity, justice, belonging, and community.

🌟 Save the Date: April 17, 2025! 🌟

The Pincus Violence Prevention Scholarship Program is excited to co-host "Building Stronger Futures Together" – our inaugural showcase celebrating emerging leaders in maternal and child health, nutrition, and violence prevention.

Join us for:
📢 Speaker presentations (11:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
📊 Student poster session (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM)

Discover innovative, community-engaged work that's shaping healthier futures for families across Louisiana and beyond.

📍 Tulane WSPH Tidewater Diboll Auditorium & Gallery (1440 Canal Street)
🎟️ FREE registration – link in bio!

📐 SUBMISSION GUIDELINES 📐

4th Annual Youth Art Contest + Exhibit

✏️ Medium: Two-dimensional visual art (painting, drawing, photography, graphic design)
📏 Size: Maximum 36×36 inches
🎨 Submissions: One artwork per artist (can be in multiple parts)

Questions about your subject matter? Email us at [email protected]

✅ Eligibility: Ages 11-21 in Greater New Orleans (Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa Parishes) including Tulane students originally from these parishes
📆 Deadline: Feb 23, 2026
🏆 Awards: Grand Prize of $1,000 & Age-group Prizes of $250
🔗 Details at https://violenceprevention.tulane.edu/training-outreach/youth-art-contest-exhibit/

Enter or share to celebrate youth voices, creativity, and perspectives on identity, justice, belonging, and community.

⚠️ FINAL DAYS TO SUBMIT! Abstract Deadline: February 6 ⚠️

Time is running out to showcase your incredible work at "Building Stronger Futures Together"!

If you've been working on research, program development, or practice-based initiatives in maternal and child health, nutrition, or violence prevention - we want to hear from you!

Key Timeline:
📝 Submit Abstract: By Feb 6th
📧 Acceptance Notification: March 6th
📄 Final Poster Submission: March 30th
🎤 Oral Presentation Submission: April 10th
🎉 Showcase Event: April 17th (in-person)

Why Submit?
🌟 Share your community-engaged work
🌟 Network with peers and professionals
🌟 Gain presentation experience
🌟 Contribute to MCH, nutrition, and violence prevention fields
🌟 Potentially deliver an oral presentation

Eligible?
Check if you're a Tulane WSPH grad student (2+ semesters), CEMCH/Pincus VPS/MCH Nutrition LTP scholar, or undergrad from Dillard/Southern/Xavier through the Louisiana Collaborative for Excellence in Nutrition.

Don't wait. submit your abstract NOW! 💪

The Pincus Violence Prevention Scholarship application is OPEN!

If you are an MPH student at Tulane interested in interdisciplinary learning, community-engaged work, and preventing violence among children and families, this scholarship may be a great fit.

📝 Applications are being accepted now
🔗 Learn more and apply at https://violenceprevention.tulane.edu/training-outreach/pincus-scholarship/

BENEFITS:
Up to $40,000 taxable stipend
Professional network with other Pincus scholars, over 50 VPI faculty, community partners, & community leaders
Specialized & interactive studio seminar
Cross-disciplinary mentorship from VPI faculty & community partners
Guidance in selecting community organization for the Applied Practice Experience

ELIGIBILITY: Students admitted to residential MPH programs in the Departments of Social & Behavioral Population Sciences (SBPS), International Health & Sustainable Development, Epidemiology, & Health Policy are welcome to apply, including combined degree students with completed BSPH, & dual degree students (MSW/MPH, MD/MPH).

UPCOMING INFORMATION SESSION: February 26, 2026 at 12 pm CT

🖼️ YOUR ART WILL BE SEEN 🖼️ 4th Annual Youth Art Contest + Exhibit

📍 Exhibit Location: New Orleans Healing Center
📅 Opening: Late March/Early April 2026
🎉 Awards Ceremony: mid-way through the exhibit

EVERY submission will be:
✨ Displayed in a gallery exhibition
✨ Featured on our website
✨ Transferred to CYE offices for permanent display

ALL artists are invited to attend the opening celebration with family, teachers, and community.

✅ Eligibility: Ages 11-21 in Greater New Orleans (Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa Parishes) including Tulane students originally from these parishes
📆 Deadline: Feb 23, 2026
🏆 Awards: Grand Prize of $1,000 & Age-group Prizes of $250
🔗 Details at https://violenceprevention.tulane.edu/training-outreach/youth-art-contest-exhibit/

Enter or share to celebrate youth voices, creativity, and perspectives on identity, justice, belonging, and community.

✨ 2026 4th Annual Youth Art Contest + Exhibit
THEME = DREAMS ✨

What do you DREAM for yourself, your community, or the world?

Your dreams might be:
🌟 Aspirational—a vision for the future
🌈 Fantastical—an imagining of what seems impossible
🌍 Realistic—a story that makes sense of things
💫 Radical—expressing what the world often limits

Interpret "DREAMS" in the way that's most meaningful to YOU.

Details:
✅ Eligibility: Ages 11-21 in Greater New Orleans (Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa Parishes) including Tulane students originally from these parishes
📆 Deadline: Feb 23, 2026
🏆 Awards: Grand Prize of $1,000 & Age-group Prizes of $250
🔗 Details at https://violenceprevention.tulane.edu/training-outreach/youth-art-contest-exhibit/

Enter or share to celebrate youth voices, creativity, and perspectives on identity, justice, belonging, and community.