African Human Rights Music Competition – IHRAM Calls For Entries

 

AFRICAN HUMAN RIGHTS MUSIC COMPETITION – IHRAM CALLS FOR ENTRIES

 

The African Secretariat of the International Human Rights Art Movement (IHRAM) is excited to announce the launch of the African Human Rights Music Competition. This competition seeks to engage musicians, vocalists, and songwriters across the African continent in using music as a powerful tool to amplify human rights advocacy. The competition aims to promote awareness of pressing human rights issues and inspire positive social change through the universal language of music.

The theme of this year’s competition focuses on human rights topics such as freedom, justice, equality, gender rights, and other key issues at the forefront of the human rights movement. Musicians are encouraged to explore these themes in their original compositions and use their creativity to reflect the ongoing struggles and aspirations for a more just and equal world.

To participate, musicians must adhere to the following guidelines: all entries must be original compositions, ensuring that no covers, remixes, or previously released songs are submitted. The competition encourages a wide range of musical genres, and submissions can be either acapella or accompanied by musical instruments. However, it is important to note that excessive digital modifications or auto-tuning should be avoided to maintain the authenticity and raw emotion of the message conveyed.

Each song submitted for the competition should not exceed four minutes in duration. Submissions must be in MP3 or WAV format and should be sent via email to wole@humanrightsartmovement.org and copied to ihrafafrica@humanrightsartmovement.org. To ensure the proper identification of entries, all email submissions should have the subject line: "African Human Rights Music Competition Submission."

Entries are due by April 26th, 2025, and late submissions will not be considered. All entrants must include their full name, country of residence, song title, lyrics (if applicable), and contact details within their submission. This ensures a smooth process for the selection and recognition of winners.

The competition offers exciting prizes for the top three winners. The first prize winner will receive $100, while the second and third place winners will receive $75 and $50, respectively. These prizes aim to encourage continued creativity and highlight the talents of musicians who are passionate about advocating for human rights through their music.

In addition to the monetary prizes, winners will also be honored with certificates of recognition and have the opportunity for international exposure. Their songs may be featured in human rights campaigns, providing a platform to raise awareness about important issues to a global audience. The competition offers a unique opportunity for musicians to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing fight for justice and equality in Africa.

Participants in the African Human Rights Music Competition will not only have their voices heard but also be part of a movement that uses the arts to advocate for social change. By joining the competition, musicians will be able to connect with other artists and human rights advocates, expanding the reach of their messages and collaborations for greater impact.

IHRAM encourages all musicians, vocalists, and songwriters across Africa to submit their entries and help use the power of music to make a difference. Whether through inspiring lyrics, powerful melodies, or poignant vocal performances, each submission has the potential to spark conversations, raise awareness, and ignite action for human rights causes.

For any inquiries or further information, please contact Wole Adedoyin at woleadedoyin@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing your powerful and inspiring submissions.

Join the Movement!
Let your music be a voice for justice, equality, and human rights.