The hand-carved woodblock by artist Nicólas González-Medina, designed for T-shirts and posters at an upcoming protest, in his Oakland studio on Jan. 14, 2025. Photo: Pablo Unzueta for El Tecolote/CatchLight Local

“Mass Sanctuaries” is an exhibition dedicated to illuminating the urgent need for safe spaces for immigrants and centering the power of refuge.

We’re inviting artists of all mediums to submit work to our upcoming group exhibition. Let’s reimagine the world as a place of shared belonging and declare, from every corner: You are home. Estás en tu casa.

What We’re Looking For

We seek works that embody the spirit of sanctuary — whether physical, emotional, or symbolic. Innovative, diverse perspectives are encouraged.

Key Dates
Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025
Exhibition Dates: April 4 – May 2, 2025
Opening Reception: April 18, 2025

Gallery Location
Acción Latina
The Juan R. Fuentes Gallery
2958 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

Artists may submit multiple works. Please complete a separate form for each submission here.


Join us in celebrating the resilience, creativity, and stories of immigrant communities. Together, we can foster dialogue about sanctuary, solidarity, and belonging. 

For more details or questions, email: gallery@accionlatina.org

The Juan R. Fuentes art gallery at Acción Latina in San Francisco, Calif.