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The Office of the Child Advocate (OCA) First Young Adult Artwork Contest (2026)

The Office of the Child Advocate wants to know about YOUR experiences with state systems, through art!

Submit your artwork to the Office of the Child Advocate's first annual art contest!

You must be:

  • Massachusetts residents age 18-22; and
  • Involved now, or have been involved in the past, with a Massachusetts state agency, such as the Department of Children and Families (DCF), the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), the Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Department of Public Health (DPH), the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) the Department of Youth Services (DYS), or MassAbility.

Deadline: December 15, 2026

The 3 (three) artists whose submissions are selected will receive a $200 gift card and additional recognition!

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