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08/25/2025

We are hiring for the 2025-2026 CCA school year! 💌📚
We have a wide range of positions available this semester from LLSF Ambassadors, CAPL Connects Fellowships & CAPL Fellows. These positions are great opportunities to get involved with community and gain Industry experience with local nonprofits. We are accepting applications from all majors and years at CCA. Additionally the LLSF & CAPL Fellowship positions are available to international students & non-federal work study. For more information or questions please log into Workday.CCA.EDU and search for “Find Student Jobs” -CAPL positions.

Images: CAPL Connects Interns Vicki Li, Astra English, Love Lives In SF Ambassadors at LLSF Film Festival

08/19/2025

The official 2026 Impact Award Theme is : Designing Tomorrow, Disrupting Today !🎨📸🌟

The Center for Art and Public Life invites CCA students to apply for the 2026 Impact Awards, an annual opportunity to receive funding, mentorship, and support for bold, justice driven creative projects.

This year’s theme Designing Tomorrow, Disrupting Today recognizes that shaping a more just and livable world requires both radical imagination and immediate action. We live in a time of converging crises: climate collapse, widening inequality, technological acceleration, displacement, and threats to basic human rights. But within this uncertainty lies an opportunity: to use creative practice not just to respond but to reimagine and reconfigure what’s possible.

We’re seeking proposals that ask hard questions and offer hopeful, courageous interventions. What systems need to be dismantled? What futures can be co-created through art, design, and community-led experimentation? How can your work intervene in today’s broken structures while charting new paths forward?

Proposals may address issues such as abolition and restorative justice, Indigenous sovereignty, climate futures, algorithmic bias, q***r and trans liberation, housing justice, collective healing, or any other area where your creative practice meets urgent social need. We welcome interdisciplinary approaches and projects at any stage of development (from early concept to community) collaborative implementation.

Whether your work lives in a gallery, the streets, the screen, or the classroom, the Impact Awards are here to help you deepen your process, connect with mentors, and make meaningful change.

Let’s build the future - together, and now.

2026 Impact Awards Upcoming Events:

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 5 pm to 7 pm - Impact Award Big Ideas, Small Starts: A Workshop for Impact Award Applicants Location TBA

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 5 pm to 7 pm - Shaping Change: Lessons from Artists & Designers in Action

January 26, to January 30, 2026 1:1 Strategy Meeting with Tracy Tanner.

💛For more information visit portal.cca.edu Impact Awards

Poster By:

05/29/2025

“I am so grateful for the opportunity to work with 826 Valencia, I was able to support with tutoring students after school as well as creating illustrations for their collaborative storytelling field trips. I am proud of the work I did this year and am looking forward to working with 826 again.” - from our CAPL Connects Program

During their sophomore year at CCA, Astra has been interning as an illustrator and assisting 826 Valencia in their kids after school tutoring program. Not only did Astra intern at 826 Valencia but they were very involved in our events this year!

05/20/2025

A Look into, The Stories around SF booklet from our Love Lives Around Town workshop created by students at California College Of The Arts.

Illustrations and Comics By:
Efrem Fitch
Mariel de La Jara-Smith
Mel Gillman
Ana Petrosyan
Donavan Edwards
Ale Raigoza
Chris Loera
Angel Nguyen
Ellen Oh
Morty Tillman
Jerry Saunders
Leighton Dawson
Vivian Fu

Special thank you to our CAPL team for formatting this special book which will be available soon on our website!

04/27/2025

We are happy to award Soft Matter by Chibuzor Darl-Uzu the 10,000$ Community Impact Award.

Softening San Francisco with his 2025 Graduate Design Thesis. 🛋️

Read the projects mission below:

Soft Matter is a design intervention aimed at rethinking the way materials can foster empathy, comfort,
and human agency. By repurposing materials, including packaging beans, bubble wrap, scrap foam, and
other waste materials, this project challenges the conventional, rigid design practices that often shape
public spaces. Through soft, tactile elements, Soft Matter seeks to create environments that promote
emotional well-being and inclusivity, encouraging individuals to form deeper connections with their
surroundings.
The project will feature a range of soft interventions, such as seating installations, cushions, and public
art pieces, each designed to be interactive and inviting. These objects will evoke comfort and warmth,
providing a stark contrast to the harsh, often impersonal nature of typical urban design. The use of
recycled materials highlights sustainability, transforming waste into purposeful, inclusive design elements
that prioritize comfort and connection.
By reimagining materials as tools for human interaction, Soft Matter redefines public spaces as places of
emotional engagement, where the design encourages reflection and personal connection. The ultimate
goal is to create public environments that place empathy, human agency, and inclusivity at their core,
sparking conversations about the potential of design to cultivate a more compassionate and just world.

04/26/2025

Meet this years recipient of the CAPL impact Exceptional Innovator award of $5,000 ! 📸

With Jasmens Award they will be facilitating the Mapping Interiors: Black Women’s
Self-Portraiture as Liberatory
Practice Project.

Read Jasmines Proposal Here:

Last year, a self-portrait project became an unexpected journey of self-discovery and radical
acceptance. What began as an exploration of the relationship between myself and the camera
evolved into profound personal transformation and an essay in Art Journal Open reflecting on
the process. Now, I wish to share this powerful experience with others.
I am seeking funding to extend this opportunity to Black women of diverse backgrounds, ages,
and body types. Eleven participants across the United States—ranging from mid-30s to
80s—will form the inaugural workshop cohort. Each participant will receive a Polaroid camera,
five packs of black and white film, self-portraiture tips, and reflective prompts.
The process involves participants working through each film pack by specific deadlines,
followed by group reflection sessions. This cycle repeats five times, fostering both personal
exploration and community building. Upon completion, I’ll conduct individual interviews, help
select images for publishing, and facilitate a final group reflection.
My previous work, Black in Denver, demonstrates my commitment to social practice projects
centered on selfhood and community. This initiative feels particularly timely especially in light of
the rise in authoritarianism and our current political climate. The enthusiastic response from
participants to this project also confirms its resonance.
Funding will support the pilot program, necessary supplies, artist sustenance, and lay
groundwork for future cohorts and safe spaces where Black women can challenge limiting
narratives and embrace self-love. While potentially culminating in a book or exhibition, the
project’s primary focus remains personal transformation and empowerment within a communal
setting.

Poster & Image By

04/26/2025

Meet this years recipient of the CAPL impact Exceptional Innovator award of $5,000 ! 📸

With Jasmin’s Award they will be facilitating the Mapping Interiors: Black Women’s
Self-Portraiture as Liberatory
Practice Project.

Read Jasmines Proposal Here:

Last year, a self-portrait project became an unexpected journey of self-discovery and radical
acceptance. What began as an exploration of the relationship between myself and the camera
evolved into profound personal transformation and an essay in Art Journal Open reflecting on
the process. Now, I wish to share this powerful experience with others.
I am seeking funding to extend this opportunity to Black women of diverse backgrounds, ages,
and body types. Eleven participants across the United States—ranging from mid-30s to
80s—will form the inaugural workshop cohort. Each participant will receive a Polaroid camera,
five packs of black and white film, self-portraiture tips, and reflective prompts.
The process involves participants working through each film pack by specific deadlines,
followed by group reflection sessions. This cycle repeats five times, fostering both personal
exploration and community building. Upon completion, I’ll conduct individual interviews, help
select images for publishing, and facilitate a final group reflection.
My previous work, Black in Denver, demonstrates my commitment to social practice projects
centered on selfhood and community. This initiative feels particularly timely especially in light of
the rise in authoritarianism and our current political climate. The enthusiastic response from
participants to this project also confirms its resonance.
Funding will support the pilot program, necessary supplies, artist sustenance, and lay
groundwork for future cohorts and safe spaces where Black women can challenge limiting
narratives and embrace self-love. While potentially culminating in a book or exhibition, the
project’s primary focus remains personal transformation and empowerment within a communal
setting.

04/24/2025

Congratulations to this years Impact awards recipients for this year’s theme Creative Interventions for Justice in a Changing World!

Community Impact Recipient of $10,000
Soft Matter - Chibuzor Darl-Uzu

Exceptional Innovator Recipient of $5,000
Mapping Interiors: Black Women’s Self-Portraiture as Liberatory Practice - Jasmine Narkita Wiley

Outstanding Startup Recipient of $2,500
Non Alien Box - Yunfei Hua, Grace Cao, Xinling Wang

The CAPL Impact Awards celebrates creativity in advocating for equality, human rights, and social justice, especially in a time when personal freedoms are at risk. With the shifting political climate surrounding the U.S. Presidential election, activism alone may not be enough to drive change. Now, more than ever, we need new, innovative ways to cultivate empathy and understanding for differences and address urgent social issues. This year, we are looking for student projects that explore these challenges through social health design, including but not limited to gender equity, LGBTQ+ inclusivity, transgender rights, disability rights, and immigrant inclusion.

We seek art, design, and social entrepreneurship projects that fosters change, sparks dialogue, and promotes empathy to contribute to the well-being and harmony of society. Does your project tackle one of these key issues? Is it created to inspire action and provoke meaningful change? Whether through visual art, design, interactive projects, or digital media, we welcome all creative forms that promote knowledge, perspective, and understanding.

The Impact Awards offer an opportunity to further develop projects with support through funding, feedback, and mentorship. Whether you have identified a community partner or are just beginning with an idea, we are here to help you grow your idea. Apply for mentorship, brainstorming sessions, and partnership opportunities today. Help shape a more compassionate world where creativity fuels lasting impact.

04/24/2025

Congratulations to this years Impact award recipients for this year’s theme Creative Interventions for Justice in a Changing World! 🌎

Community Impact Recipient of $10,000
Soft Matter - Chibuzor Darl-Uzu

Exceptional Innovator Recipient of $5,000
Mapping Interiors: Black Women’s Self-Portraiture as Liberatory Practice - Jasmine Narkita Wiley

Outstanding Startup Recipient of $2,500
Non Alien Box - Yunfei Hua, Grace Cao, Xinling Wang

The CAPL Impact Awards celebrates creativity in advocating for equality, human rights, and social justice, especially in a time when personal freedoms are at risk. With the shifting political climate surrounding the U.S. Presidential election, activism alone may not be enough to drive change. Now, more than ever, we need new, innovative ways to cultivate empathy and understanding for differences and address urgent social issues. This year, we are looking for student projects that explore these challenges through social health design, including but not limited to gender equity, LGBTQ+ inclusivity, transgender rights, disability rights, and immigrant inclusion.

We seek art, design, and social entrepreneurship projects that fosters change, sparks dialogue, and promotes empathy to contribute to the well-being and harmony of society. Does your project tackle one of these key issues? Is it created to inspire action and provoke meaningful change? Whether through visual art, design, interactive projects, or digital media, we welcome all creative forms that promote knowledge, perspective, and understanding.

The Impact Awards offer an opportunity to further develop projects with support through funding, feedback, and mentorship. Whether you have identified a community partner or are just beginning with an idea, we are here to help you grow your idea. Apply for mentorship, brainstorming sessions, and partnership opportunities today. Help shape a more compassionate world where creativity fuels lasting impact.

04/15/2025

Tie A Knot for SA Solidarity.
Installation on view at the CCA Nave April 14-19.

Workshops & Curation by
Works & Zines By:
Andrea Manrique
Angela Zamora
Astra English
Delanie Lippert
Gayatri lyer
Lars Bauer
Lizzy Bartolo
Kaeli McLeod

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, directly impacting approximately a third of the United States population with statistics and combative legislation on the rise.Tying a knot is a solidaric effort to combating SA culture and stigmatized taboos. For each knot tied we created a distinct visual image responding to the topic in the following 72 hours, emphasizing the contextual urgency of speaking on sexual violence and showcasing the importance of solidarity and community. The images, transformed knots, and free educational/resource zines will be installed, April 14-19 in the main bld nave wall 131.
Participation is completely optional. Thank you for your support in creating a safer campus. Made possible by the Center for Art and Public Life.

04/14/2025

Tie A Knot for SA Solidarity.
Installation on view at the CCA Nave April 14-19.

Workshops & Curation by
Works & Zines By:
Andrea Manrique
Angela Zamora
Astra English
Delanie Lippert
Gayatri lyer
Lars Bauer
Lizzy Bartolo
Kaeli McLeod

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, directly impacting approximately a third of the United States population with statistics and combative legislation on the rise.Tying a knot is a solidaric effort to combating SA culture and stigmatized taboos. For each knot tied we created a distinct visual image responding to the topic in the following 72 hours, emphasizing the contextual urgency of speaking on sexual violence and showcasing the importance of solidarity and community. The images, transformed knots, and free educational/resource zines will be installed, April 14-19 in the main bld nave wall 131.
Participation is completely optional. Thank you for your support in creating a safer campus. Made possible by the Center for Art and Public Life.

04/10/2025

Save the day! April 24th 4pm at the CAPL office☀️📙

Did you know the amount of books banned in schools is climbing each year? the Bans seems to fall unevenly on books about people f color and LGBTQ+ community. CAPL has started a banned book library and we are inviting you to participate in discussions monthly around important books in our libraries. We will discuss who and why these books have landed on the list.

Aprils Book: Ellen Outside The Lines

Come join the discussion April 24th 4pm

CAPL Office 121 Hubbell St.

Poster By: Andrea Manrique

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