Applications for the 2025 Arts & Social Justice Fellowship program will be accepted until November 1, 2024 at 11:59pm. Learn More & Apply

The Arts and Social Justice Fellowship (ASJF)  supports youth leadership at the intersection of arts and social change. High schoolers from DC, Maryland, and Virginia attend performances at regional venues, engage in thematic workshops with mentors and their peers, and create final projects exploring issues of importance to them through media of their choosing.

Presented by Strathmore with core partner Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company,  ASJF was created in 2022 as part of their co-presentation of Octavia E. Butler’s "Parable of the Sower" by Toshi Reagon and Bernice Johnson Reagon. This educational program seeks to identify the next generation of artists whose activism reflects Butler’s dynamic lineage. 

There is no cost to participate. Fellows receive a $750 stipend to support the creation of their final projects and are matched with professional artist mentors. 

This program is made possible with generous support from Dr. Deborah M. Smith and the Dr. Allen A.B. Herman Fund

Artwork by Doudgy (Dew the Artist) Charmant 

2025 Program Information

In its fourth year, the fellowship will include study of a series of performances taking place at each presenting institution; visits to visual art studios and galleries; and artist talks. Arts experiences will be accompanied by a thematic workshop, discussion, and artistic response exercise. Students will meet in person at the arts experiences, and will meet for approximately one in-person workshop per month, plus biweekly Zoom sessions. There are typically 3-4 program gatherings per month.

View the 2025 Program Calendar

Fellows are required to attend all performances which are not marked as optional. Applicants must look carefully at their calendars to ensure they will be able to commit fully to the program. 

Please see all application information below to explore eligibility and application requirements.