“Brushes of Freedom” Connects Youth Creativity, Cultural Heritage, and Community Leadership Through Exhibitions and Events Across the United States
By Jians Media | October 30, 2026
DALLAS, TEXAS — The Asian Culture and Education Society USA (ACAESUSA) proudly announces 103 award recipients in its Third Annual World of Love International Art Exhibition and Competition, held under the theme “Brushes of Freedom: Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary.”
The recipients include 101 youth participants and two adult artists. Through original artwork, participants explored freedom, cultural heritage, diversity, community, and their hopes for America’s future.
Throughout 2026, ACAESUSA expanded the impact of the competition through exhibitions, award ceremonies, and community activities in Texas, Nevada, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and California, as well as participation in a cultural event in Washington, D.C.
The initiative also created opportunities for ACAESUSA to connect with national community organizations, cultural leaders, and distinguished individuals who shared messages of encouragement with the next generation.
Brushes of Freedom: Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
The 250th anniversary of American independence offers an opportunity to reflect on the nation’s history while recognizing the contributions, aspirations, and perspectives of younger generations.
ACAESUSA selected “Brushes of Freedom: Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary” as the theme of its third annual competition to encourage artists to explore freedom, cultural identity, diversity, belonging, and the meaning of American citizenship through artistic expression.
For many young Asian Americans, the competition provided an opportunity to celebrate their cultural heritage while expressing their understanding of American society and their aspirations for its future.
ACAESUSA believes that young people should participate in this historic anniversary not only by learning about American history but also by sharing their perspectives through art, education, and community engagement.
“Our children are part of America’s story. Their voices, creativity, and vision are part of America’s future.”
In a special video message, ACAESUSA Founder and President Jan Xie shares why Asian Americans should celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and why youth participation matters during this historic milestone.
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/uSho97b-c7o
A Special White House Commemorative Greeting for America’s 250th Anniversary
As ACAESUSA celebrated America’s 250th anniversary through its “Brushes of Freedom” initiative, ACAESUSA Founder and President Jan Xie received a White House commemorative greeting card bearing the names of President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.
The card commemorates 250 years of American independence and reflects on the nation’s history, the enduring spirit of liberty, and the contributions of generations of Americans.
For ACAESUSA, the commemorative greeting served as a meaningful reminder of the historic anniversary that inspired the competition’s theme.
Its message resonates with the organization’s efforts to encourage young people to learn about American history, appreciate cultural diversity, and express their own visions for the nation’s future.
The card was addressed to Jan Xie and is shared as a personal commemorative item associated with America’s 250th anniversary.
Celebrating Artistic Achievement at the Las Vegas Leadership Summit
June 29, 2026 — Las Vegas, Nevada
ACAESUSA celebrated participating artists during the ACAESUSA Leadership Summit 2026, held in Octavius Ballroom 5 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
The summit provided an opportunity to recognize artistic achievement and celebrate the imagination, dedication, perseverance, and personal growth demonstrated by participants.
Award recipients who attended the event participated in the ceremony and shared their accomplishments with students, families, educators, community leaders, and invited guests.
ACAESUSA also arranged additional recognition for recipients who were unable to attend in person.
The ACAESUSA Leadership Summit was independently organized and hosted by ACAESUSA alongside the United Chinese Americans (UCA) Annual Convention, with venue support provided by UCA.
The event highlighted ACAESUSA’s commitment to integrating artistic expression, youth leadership, cultural heritage, and community service.
From Competition to Nationwide Art Exhibitions
The World of Love International Art Exhibition and Competition is designed to extend the impact of youth creativity beyond a single competition or awards ceremony.
Throughout 2026, ACAESUSA continued presenting artwork through exhibitions and community collaborations, giving participating artists opportunities to reach new audiences.
July 12, 2026 — University Park Public Library (UP Exhibition Hall), Texas
ACAESUSA presented artwork from the Third Annual World of Love International Art Exhibition and Competition at University Park Public Library (UP Exhibition Hall) in Texas.
The exhibition provided an opportunity for local audiences to appreciate the creativity and artistic perspectives of young participants while promoting cultural understanding, artistic expression, and community engagement.
University Park Exhibition Highlights: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaGNHEYlcPu/
August 30, 2026 — Boston, Massachusetts
ACAESUSA continued its art exhibition activities in Boston, expanding opportunities for participants to share their creativity with broader audiences.
The exhibition promoted cultural appreciation and understanding while celebrating the imagination and dedication of young artists.
September 3–7, 2026 — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
ACAESUSA continued showcasing artwork from its Third Annual World of Love International Art Exhibition and Competition during activities in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
As part of these activities, DOI250AA generously provided ACAESUSA with a complimentary exhibition table during its pre-event leadership retreat, which brought together Asian American community leaders and representatives.
The exhibition opportunity allowed ACAESUSA to present young artists’ original creations, introduce its youth education and artistic programs, and promote cultural understanding through art.
ACAESUSA sincerely thanks DOI250AA for its hospitality, complimentary exhibition space, and support for youth artistic expression and community engagement.
This collaboration demonstrated how community organizations can work together to create meaningful opportunities for young people to share their talents and perspectives.
Together, these exhibitions demonstrated ACAESUSA’s commitment to connecting art education with cultural exchange, youth leadership, and community service.
Academy Award-Winning Director Ang Lee Encourages ACAESUSA Youth at C100 Awards Gala in Washington, D.C.
September 28, 2026 — Washington, D.C.
ACAESUSA Founder and President Jan Xie was invited to attend the Committee of 100 (C100) Awards Gala, “Forging America’s Promise,” in Washington, D.C.
The event provided an opportunity to engage with distinguished leaders and professionals from the arts, culture, business, and community sectors.
During the gala, internationally acclaimed filmmaker and Academy Award-winning director Ang Lee shared a special message of encouragement for ACAESUSA’s young participants.
His message consisted of two meaningful Chinese characters:
“加油!” (Jia You!) — “Keep going! You can do it!”
Although brief, the message conveyed encouragement, perseverance, and confidence in the next generation.
For ACAESUSA’s young artists and emerging leaders, this expression of support from an internationally recognized filmmaker was especially meaningful.
ACAESUSA sincerely appreciates the invitation to the C100 Awards Gala and extends special thanks to Ang Lee for taking a moment to encourage its young participants.
His message reinforces the importance of inspiring young people to pursue their passions, develop their talents, and believe in their potential.
ACAESUSA Co-Hosts AAUC Unity Summit and Presents Artwork in Sacramento
October 7, 2026 — Sacramento, California
ACAESUSA participated as a Co-Host of the Asian American Unity Coalition (AAUC) Unity Summit in Sacramento, California, where artwork from the World of Love International Art Exhibition and Competition was presented.
ACAESUSA Founder and President Jan Xie personally drove exhibition artwork and materials from Dallas, Texas, to Sacramento, California.
Despite experiencing a vehicle breakdown during the journey, she remained committed to delivering the artwork and completing the exhibition arrangements.
The presentation provided an opportunity for community leaders, nonprofit representatives, and other participants to appreciate the creativity of young artists.
ACAESUSA’s participation as a Co-Host reflected its commitment to strengthening partnerships among nonprofit organizations, promoting cultural understanding, and creating opportunities for youth engagement.
ACAESUSA Participates in APAPA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration: Congressman Ted Lieu Encourages Young People to Pursue Their Dreams
October 17, 2026 — California
Continuing its community engagement activities, ACAESUSA Founder and President Jan Xie and her husband, Luke Wu, attended the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association (APAPA) as invited representatives of ACAESUSA.
Luke Wu flew to California to join Jan for this important community celebration, demonstrating the valuable role that family support plays in sustaining nonprofit leadership, volunteer service, and community involvement.
As part of ACAESUSA’s continuing efforts to inspire the next generation, the organization also invited U.S. Congressman Ted Lieu to record a special video message encouraging young people to pursue their dreams and remain determined in achieving their goals.
His encouraging words, “Pursue your dreams” reflected a message of perseverance and aspiration that resonates with ACAESUSA’s youth education, artistic development, and leadership programs.
Following the APAPA anniversary celebration, Jan Xie and Luke Wu drove together from California back to Texas, concluding a series of cross-state community outreach activities.
ACAESUSA sincerely appreciates APAPA’s invitation and Congressman Ted Lieu’s encouraging message to young people.
The organization also extends special appreciation to Luke Wu for his continued support of ACAESUSA’s community service and nonprofit initiatives.
Their experience reflects the dedication not only of organizational leaders and volunteers but also of family members whose encouragement and participation help make community service possible.
Art, Education, and the Meaning of America’s 250th Anniversary
The World of Love International Art Exhibition and Competition represents more than the presentation of awards.
Creating original artwork encourages imagination, creative thinking, patience, problem-solving, and the ability to communicate ideas and emotions through visual expression.
For young participants, preparing artwork for public exhibition can also build confidence, develop communication skills, and encourage appreciation for different artistic and cultural perspectives.
The “Brushes of Freedom” theme adds a special educational dimension by inviting young artists to consider American history, freedom, democratic ideals, cultural diversity, and the responsibilities and opportunities of future generations.
When young artists see their work displayed in libraries, community gatherings, and national conferences, they experience how art can connect people across generations, cultures, and communities.
The participation of adult artists further demonstrates how artistic expression can bring generations together through shared creativity.
Through its art programs, ACAESUSA seeks to inspire thoughtful, confident, and engaged individuals who use their talents to make positive contributions to society.
Official 2026 Award Recipients
The Third Annual World of Love International Art Exhibition and Competition recognizes 103 award recipients across five official ACAESUSA award categories.
1. ACAESUSA World of Love Grand Prize — 3 Recipients
Youth Division — 1 Recipient
Katelyn Hu.
Adult Division — 2 Recipients
Kirk Zhang; Weizhong Xie.
2. ACAESUSA World of Love Gold Award — 10 Recipients
Cecilia Zhang; Huiki Chen; Irene Liu; Sophie Wang; Elton Luo; Ninghong Sang; Yingyue Wang ; Yifan Zhang; Linda Frazier; Yanning Liu .
3. ACAESUSA World of Love Silver Award — 41 Recipients
Cathrine Wu; Ebony Chen; Elson Liu; Isabel Sun; Lechen Wang; Sihan Mao; Alice Xiu; Chelsea Sun; Erin Sun; Esther Yang; Fiona Ye; Ian Song; Jayden Lu; Matthew Yang; Meihua Zhou; Melanie Bai; Mina Zhang; Shenghe Du; Tsz Kei Chen; Whitney Xiu; Yilin Wu; Yongchen Long; Yuchen Hua; Aiden Ji; Evelyn Mire; Molly Li; Shengming Du; Bridge Li; Hanyu Ma; Chenrui Mi; Youming Liu; Ye Feng; Sunny Sun; Ruoshi Hong; Chenyi Fang; Patrick Lu; Jaimie Li; Alvin Wang; Keira Yang; Adam Zhang; Amelia Peng.
4. ACAESUSA World of Love Bronze Award — 37 Recipients
Amber Wang; Emily Wang; Jason Li; Anya Liu; Arielle Li; Arthur Yang; Diana X Chen; Jefferson Lee; Junxi Xu; Ken Takasugi; Parker Shu; Wenxi Pan; Mason Lu; Shengling Du; Charles Mi; Alysa Mi; Isaac Cao; Chenming Liu; Samuel Li; Max Lin; Daisy Tian; Stella Chen; Yutong Hua; Carrie Wang; Iris Hua; Liana Wang; Guanyan Li; Isabella Song; Julian Liu; Grace Yang; Xinyi Li; Weilian Pan; Elizebeth Zhan; Emma Guo; Avery Yuan; Allison Lexi Pan; Asher Pengxi Pan.
5. ACAESUSA World of Love Honorable Mention — 12 Recipients
Brian Hu; Dion Sun; Jonina Ouyang; Lucas Chen; Jodie Lin; Anthony Mire; Gracelyn Mire; Delin Zeng; Desen Zeng; Angelina Huang; Jason Tang; Wilson Tang.
Recognizing Artists, Families, and Community Partners
ACAESUSA congratulates all 103 award recipients and sincerely thanks participating artists, families, educators, judges, volunteers, community organizations, and supporters who contributed to the competition and exhibitions.
Special appreciation is extended to United Chinese Americans (UCA) for providing venue support for the Las Vegas leadership summit; DOI250AA for generously providing complimentary exhibition space during its Philadelphia leadership retreat; the Committee of 100 (C100) for inviting Jan Xie to its Washington, D.C., Awards Gala; the Asian American Unity Coalition (AAUC) for its collaboration during the Sacramento Unity Summit; and APAPA for inviting ACAESUSA representatives to its 25th anniversary celebration.
ACAESUSA also extends heartfelt thanks to Academy Award-winning director Ang Lee for his encouraging “加油!” message to young participants and to U.S. Congressman Ted Lieu for his video message encouraging young people to pursue their dreams.
Special appreciation is also extended to Luke Wu for his continued support of ACAESUSA’s community service and nonprofit initiatives.
These contributions reflect the importance of collaboration, volunteer dedication, artistic inspiration, and family support in sustaining nonprofit programs.
The Story Continues Through Art
Although the competition has concluded, its message continues through artistic expression, exhibitions, and community engagement.
ACAESUSA remains committed to providing opportunities for young people to develop their talents, express their perspectives, strengthen their leadership skills, and contribute positively to society.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, ACAESUSA hopes to inspire the next generation to appreciate the nation’s history, celebrate cultural diversity, and participate actively in shaping its future.
“Our children are part of America’s story. Their voices, creativity, and vision are part of America’s future.”
Happy 250th Anniversary, America!
About ACAESUSA
The Asian Culture and Education Society USA (ACAESUSA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting education, cultural understanding, youth leadership, artistic expression, and community service.
Through youth chapters, educational programs, international art exhibitions, cultural initiatives, and community partnerships, ACAESUSA creates opportunities for young people to discover their talents, broaden their perspectives, and contribute positively to society.
Website: https://www.acaesusa.org
ACAESUSA以艺术庆祝美国建国250周年：第三届“爱的世界”国际艺术大赛表彰103位获奖者，作品巡展全美
“自由之笔：庆祝美国建国250周年”——通过艺术创造力、文化传承、青少年领导力与全美社区交流，共同庆祝历史性时刻
简文传媒 | 2026年10月30日
美国德克萨斯州达拉斯讯 —— 美国亚洲文化教育联盟（Asian Culture and Education Society USA，简称ACAESUSA）正式公布第三届“爱的世界”国际艺术展览与大赛获奖名单，共有103位艺术创作者获得表彰，其中包括101位青少年和2位成人艺术家。
本届大赛以“自由之笔：庆祝美国建国250周年”（Brushes of Freedom: Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary）为主题，鼓励参赛者通过原创艺术作品，表达他们对自由、多元文化、文化传承、社区及美国未来的理解与展望。
2026年，ACAESUSA不仅举办了艺术比赛与颁奖活动，还通过展览、颁奖典礼和社区交流，将项目影响力拓展至德克萨斯州、内华达州、马萨诸塞州、宾夕法尼亚州、华盛顿特区及加利福尼亚州。
在此过程中，ACAESUSA持续加强与全国性社区组织、文化艺术界及社会各界人士的联系，为青少年创造更多展示才华、获得鼓励和参与社会的机会。
自由之笔：庆祝美国建国250周年
美国建国250周年不仅是回顾国家历史的重要时刻，也是倾听年轻一代声音、展望未来的重要契机。
ACAESUSA将“自由之笔：庆祝美国建国250周年”确定为第三届国际艺术大赛主题，鼓励参赛者通过艺术创作，探索自由、文化身份、多元社会及归属感的意义。
对于许多亚裔美国青少年来说，这项比赛为他们提供了一个机会，让他们在珍视自身文化传承的同时，也表达对美国社会的理解以及对国家未来的希望。
ACAESUSA认为，青少年参与美国建国250周年纪念活动，不应仅仅停留在学习历史，更应通过艺术、教育和社区参与，表达自己的观点与愿景。
“我们的孩子，也是美国故事的一部分。他们的声音、创造力和对未来的憧憬，同样是美国未来的重要组成部分。”
在一段特别录制的视频中，ACAESUSA创始人兼会长Jan Xie（解健）分享了为什么亚裔美国人应该积极庆祝美国建国250周年，以及为什么青少年应该参与这一具有历史意义的纪念活动。
观看特别视频： https://youtu.be/uSho97b-c7o
收到白宫美国建国250周年纪念贺卡
在ACAESUSA通过“自由之笔”艺术项目庆祝美国建国250周年之际，ACAESUSA创始人兼会长Jan Xie（解健）收到了来自白宫的美国建国250周年纪念贺卡。贺卡印有美国总统唐纳德·特朗普（Donald J. Trump）及第一夫人梅拉尼娅·特朗普（Melania Trump）的姓名。
贺卡纪念美国独立250周年，回顾美国的历史、自由精神以及一代又一代美国人的贡献。
对于ACAESUSA而言，这份纪念贺卡也让本届艺术大赛的主题更具历史意义。贺卡所传递的周年纪念信息，与协会鼓励青少年了解美国历史、尊重多元文化、通过艺术表达对国家未来的理解与展望的教育理念相呼应。
这份纪念贺卡寄给Jan Xie，作为美国建国250周年这一历史性时刻的个人纪念，也成为本届活动故事的一部分。
拉斯维加斯领导力峰会：表彰艺术创作成果
2026年6月29日——内华达州拉斯维加斯
ACAESUSA在拉斯维加斯凯撒皇宫酒店（Caesars Palace）的Octavius Ballroom 5举行的2026年ACAESUSA领导力峰会期间，为部分获奖者举行现场颁奖仪式。
峰会为艺术创作者提供了展示成果、交流经验和获得认可的平台。
出席活动的部分获奖者参加了现场颁奖，并有机会向学生、家长、教育工作者、社区领袖及受邀嘉宾分享自己的艺术成果。
对于未能亲临现场的获奖者，ACAESUSA在峰会结束后继续安排补充表彰。
本次奖项不仅肯定了参赛者的艺术成就，也表彰了他们在创作过程中展现出的想象力、坚持、努力与个人成长。
本次ACAESUSA领导力峰会由ACAESUSA独立组织并主办，与美国华人联合会（United Chinese Americans，简称UCA）年度大会同期举行，并获得UCA提供的场地支持。
从艺术比赛走向全美多地展览
第三届“爱的世界”国际艺术展览与大赛不仅是一项比赛，更是一个持续推动艺术教育与文化交流的平台。
2026年，ACAESUSA通过多地艺术展览及社区合作，让参赛作品走向更广泛的公众。
2026年7月12日——德克萨斯州University Park公共图书馆（UP Exhibition Hall）
ACAESUSA在德克萨斯州**University Park公共图书馆（University Park Public Library，UP Exhibition Hall）**举办第三届“爱的世界”国际艺术展览与大赛作品展示活动。
此次展览让当地观众有机会欣赏青少年艺术创作成果，促进公众对艺术表达、多元文化及青少年创造力的关注与支持。
University Park艺术展精彩回顾： https://www.instagram.com/p/DaGNHEYlcPu/
2026年8月30日——马萨诸塞州波士顿
ACAESUSA继续在波士顿开展艺术展示活动，扩大作品的展示范围，促进不同文化背景之间的欣赏、理解与交流。
此次活动进一步展现了青少年艺术家的创造力，以及通过艺术建立文化联系的积极意义。
2026年9月3日至7日——宾夕法尼亚州费城
ACAESUSA在宾夕法尼亚州费城期间，继续展示第三届“爱的世界”国际艺术展览与大赛的参赛作品。
在此期间，DOI250AA在其前期领导力交流活动（Leadership Retreat）中，免费为ACAESUSA提供了艺术展示桌位。此次活动汇聚了亚裔美国人社区的多位领袖及代表，为文化交流与社区合作提供了宝贵机会。
ACAESUSA借此机会向与会者展示青少年原创艺术作品，介绍协会的青少年教育与艺术项目，并通过艺术促进文化理解与交流。
ACAESUSA特别感谢DOI250AA的热情接待、免费提供展览桌位，以及对青少年艺术创作和社区参与的支持！
此次经历体现了社区组织之间的合作，能够为年轻一代创造更多展示才能、交流学习和参与社会的机会。
这些跨城市艺术活动体现了ACAESUSA将艺术教育、文化交流、青少年领导力培养及社区服务相结合的长期努力。
受邀参加华人百人会华盛顿颁奖晚宴：奥斯卡获奖导演李安为ACAESUSA青少年送上“加油”寄语
2026年9月28日——美国华盛顿特区
ACAESUSA创始人兼会长Jan Xie（解健）受邀参加在美国首都华盛顿特区举行的华人百人会（Committee of 100，简称C100）颁奖晚宴——“Forging America’s Promise”。
此次活动为与会者提供了与文化艺术界、商业界及社区各界杰出人士交流的机会。
活动期间，国际知名电影导演、奥斯卡奖得主李安（Ang Lee）特别为ACAESUSA的孩子们送上一句简短而有力量的中文鼓励：
“加油！”
短短两个字，却传递了对年轻一代的鼓励、信心与期待。
对于ACAESUSA的青少年艺术创作者和未来领导者而言，这份来自国际知名电影艺术家的鼓励具有特别的意义。
ACAESUSA衷心感谢华人百人会的活动邀请，并特别感谢李安导演为ACAESUSA青少年送上的暖心寄语。
这份鼓励体现了艺术、文化传承与榜样力量对青少年成长的重要意义，也激励孩子们勇敢追求梦想、发展自己的才能。
ACAESUSA联合主办AAUC加州团结峰会，展示青少年艺术作品
2026年10月7日——加利福尼亚州萨克拉门托
ACAESUSA作为亚裔美国人团结联盟（Asian American Unity Coalition，简称AAUC）团结峰会（Unity Summit）的联合主办方（Co-Host），参加了在加利福尼亚州萨克拉门托举行的会议，并展示第三届“爱的世界”国际艺术展览与大赛的部分作品。
ACAESUSA创始人兼会长Jan Xie（解健）亲自驾车，从德克萨斯州达拉斯出发，将艺术作品及展览材料长途运送至加利福尼亚州。
尽管途中遭遇车辆故障，她仍坚持完成行程，将孩子们的艺术作品带到会议现场。
此次展览为社区领袖、非营利组织代表及其他与会者提供了欣赏青少年艺术作品的机会，也进一步扩大了作品的展示范围与社会影响力。
ACAESUSA作为联合主办方参与峰会，体现了协会积极推动非营利组织之间的合作、促进文化交流、支持青少年领导力发展和社区参与的使命。
参加APAPA成立25周年庆典：Ted Lieu国会议员寄语青少年，Luke Wu支持公益事业
2026年10月17日——加利福尼亚州
继参加AAUC团结峰会之后，ACAESUSA创始人兼会长Jan Xie（解健）与先生Luke Wu应邀代表ACAESUSA，参加了亚太裔美国人公共事务联盟（Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association，简称APAPA）成立25周年庆祝活动。
为了共同参加这一重要的社区庆典，Luke Wu专程乘飞机前往加利福尼亚州，与Jan Xie会合并一同出席活动。
Luke的参与体现了家庭成员在非营利组织发展、志愿服务和社区公益活动中发挥的重要支持作用。
与此同时，ACAESUSA还邀请了美国国会众议员Ted Lieu（刘云平）为青少年录制特别视频寄语，鼓励孩子们勇敢追求梦想、相信自己的潜力，并坚持不懈地努力。
议员在视频中鼓励青少年：
“Pursue your dreams”（追逐梦想）
这份鼓励与ACAESUSA长期推动的艺术教育、青少年领导力培养和社区服务理念相呼应，也为参与协会项目的年轻人带来了积极的精神鼓舞。
APAPA庆典结束后，Jan Xie与Luke Wu一起驾车从加利福尼亚州返回德克萨斯州，为此次跨州社区交流与公益活动画上圆满句号。
ACAESUSA衷心感谢APAPA的盛情邀请，感谢Ted Lieu议员对青少年成长的鼓励，也特别感谢Luke Wu长期以来对ACAESUSA公益事业、志愿服务和社区活动的理解与支持。
这段经历不仅体现了非营利组织负责人和志愿者的努力，也体现了家庭成员在公益事业背后的默默支持与共同付出。
艺术、教育与美国建国250周年的意义
ACAESUSA认为，参加艺术比赛与展览的价值，远不止获得奖项和证书。
在原创作品的构思与制作过程中，参赛者需要发挥想象力、创造性思维、耐心和解决问题的能力，并学习如何通过视觉艺术表达情感、思想与个人观点。
对于青少年而言，参加公开展览能够帮助他们增强自信，学习如何展示自己的作品，理解不同的艺术风格，尊重多元文化，并从观众的反馈中获得新的启发。
**“自由之笔”**这一主题为艺术教育赋予了更加深刻的意义。通过创作，青少年得以思考美国历史、自由与民主理念、多元文化，以及未来一代所拥有的机会与责任。
当学生看到自己的作品出现在图书馆、社区活动和全国性会议中，他们能够更加深刻地认识到艺术连接不同文化、不同世代和不同社区的力量。
本届大赛同时有成人艺术家参与并获奖，也体现了艺术跨越年龄界限、促进不同世代交流与理解的独特价值。
ACAESUSA希望通过持续开展艺术展览、教育活动和社区合作，让更多青少年在创作中发现潜能，在交流中拓宽视野，在实践中学习责任与担当。
第三届“爱的世界”国际艺术展览与大赛正式获奖名单
本届大赛共设立五个ACAESUSA正式奖项类别，103位艺术创作者获得表彰，其中101位青少年、2位成人艺术家。
一、ACAESUSA“爱的世界”最高荣誉大奖（3人）
ACAESUSA World of Love Grand Prize
青少年组（Youth Division）— 1人
Katelyn Hu.
成人组（Adult Division）— 2人
Kirk Zhang; Weizhong Xie.
二、ACAESUSA“爱的世界”金奖（10人）
ACAESUSA World of Love Gold Award
Cecilia Zhang; Huiki Chen; Irene Liu; Sophie Wang; Elton Luo; Ninghong Sang; Yingyue Wang ; Yifan Zhang; Linda Frazier; Yanning Liu.
三、ACAESUSA“爱的世界”银奖（41人）
ACAESUSA World of Love Silver Award
Cathrine Wu; Ebony Chen; Elson Liu; Isabel Sun; Lechen Wang (Eason); Sihan Mao (Rachel); Alice Xiu; Chelsea Sun; Erin Sun; Esther Yang; Fiona Ye; Ian Song; Jayden Lu; Matthew Yang; Meihua Zhou; Melanie Bai; Mina Zhang; Shenghe Du; Tsz Kei Chen (Ada); Whitney Xiu; Yilin Wu (Ian); Yongchen Long; Yuchen Hua; Aiden Ji; Evelyn Mire; Molly Li; Shengming Du; Bridge Li; Hanyu Ma; Chenrui Mi; Youming Liu; Ye Feng; Sunny Sun; Ruoshi Hong (Rose); Chenyi Fang (Julie); Patrick Lu; Jaimie Li; Alvin Wang; Keira Yang; Adam Zhang; Amelia Peng.
四、ACAESUSA“爱的世界”铜奖（37人）
ACAESUSA World of Love Bronze Award
Amber Wang; Emily Wang; Jason Li; Anya Liu; Arielle Li; Arthur Yang; Diana X Chen; Jefferson Lee; Junxi Xu; Ken Takasugi; Parker Shu; Wenxi Pan; Mason Lu; Shenglin Du; Charles Mi; Alysa Mi; Isaac Cao; Chenming Liu; Samuel Li; Max Lin; Daisy Tian; Stella Chen; Yutong Hua; Carrie Wang; Iris Hua; Liana Wang; Guanyan Li; Isabella Song; Julian Liu; Grace Yang; Xinyi Li; Weilian Pan; Elizebeth Zhan; Emma Guo; Avery Yuan; Allison Lexi Pan; Asher Pengxi Pan.
五、ACAESUSA“爱的世界”优秀荣誉奖（12人）
ACAESUSA World of Love Honorable Mention
Brian Hu; Dion Sun; Jonina Ouyang; Lucas Chen; Jodie Lin; Anthony Mire; Gracelyn Mire; Delin Zeng; Desen Zeng; Angelina Huang; Jason Tang; Wilson Tang.
感谢参赛者、家长、教育工作者及社区合作伙伴
ACAESUSA向全部103位获奖者表示热烈祝贺，并衷心感谢参与本届大赛的艺术创作者、家长、艺术教师、评委、志愿者、社区组织及各界支持者。
协会特别感谢美国华人联合会（UCA）为拉斯维加斯ACAESUSA领导力峰会提供场地支持；感谢DOI250AA在费城领导力交流活动期间免费提供艺术展示桌位，为青少年展示作品创造机会；感谢华人百人会（C100）邀请Jan Xie参加华盛顿特区颁奖晚宴；感谢亚裔美国人团结联盟（AAUC）在加州团结峰会期间给予的合作与支持；也感谢APAPA邀请ACAESUSA代表参加成立25周年庆祝活动。
ACAESUSA特别感谢奥斯卡获奖导演李安（Ang Lee）为协会青少年送上的“加油”寄语，感谢美国国会众议员Ted Lieu（刘云平）为青少年录制鼓励视频，以及Luke Wu长期以来对协会社区服务、志愿活动和公益项目的支持。
这些支持与合作体现了艺术界、社区组织、家庭、志愿者及社会各界共同参与公益事业的重要意义。
艺术的故事仍在继续
虽然本届比赛已经结束，但艺术作品及其传递的信息仍在继续。
通过艺术展览、文化合作与社区活动，ACAESUSA将继续为艺术创作者，特别是青少年，提供发展才能、表达思想、培养领导力和积极参与社会的机会。
在美国庆祝建国250周年之际，ACAESUSA希望鼓励年轻一代了解美国历史、尊重多元文化，并积极参与塑造国家未来的进程。
“我们的孩子，也是美国故事的一部分。他们的声音、创造力和对未来的憧憬，同样是美国未来的重要组成部分。”
祝美国建国250周年快乐！Happy 250th Anniversary, America!
关于ACAESUSA
美国亚洲文化教育联盟（Asian Culture and Education Society USA，简称ACAESUSA）是一家致力于推动教育、文化理解、青少年领导力发展、艺术表达与社区服务的非营利组织。
协会通过青少年分会、教育项目、国际艺术展览、文化交流及社区合作，为年轻人创造发现才能、拓宽视野、培养领导力和积极参与社会的机会。
官方网站： https://www.acaesusa.org