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Launching the CVMM Tagline Competition - A Call to Our Youth

 Launching the CVMM Tagline Competition - A Call to Our Youth

Unleashing Creativity: The CVMM Tagline Competition

The Central Valley Marathi Mandal (CVMM) is excited to announce a unique opportunity for our community, especially the younger generation, to contribute creatively to our beloved organization. We're on the lookout for a tagline that captures the essence of CVMM, a phrase that will grace our website and event materials, embodying our spirit and mission. This is your chance to leave a lasting impact on our community and help shape our identity moving forward.

Why a Tagline Competition?

A tagline is more than just a catchy phrase; it's a powerful expression of our community's values, aspirations, and identity. It communicates to the world who we are and what we stand for. As we try to adopt a vibrant Marathi community in California's Central Valley, we believe that involving our youth in this creative process is crucial. It's an opportunity for you to voice what CVMM means to you and how you envision its role in promoting Marathi Asmita (pride), Marathi liking, and Marathi Prem (love).

The Competition: How to Make Your Mark

We invite all young members of our community to participate in this exciting competition. Here's how you can get involved:

Eligibility:

Open to all members of the CVMM community, with a special encouragement for the participation of our younger members.

Competition Rules:

  • ·   Reflect Marathi Asmita: Your tagline should capture the essence of Marathi pride and cultural heritage.
  • Showcase Marathi Liking: It should reflect a deep affection and preference for Marathi culture, language, and traditions.
  • Embody Marathi Prem: Above all, the tagline should radiate the love for Marathi culture that unites our community.

Submission Guidelines:

  • ·       Each participant is allowed to submit up to two taglines.
  • ·       Taglines must be original and not previously published.
  • ·       Submissions should be sent to centralvalleymarathimandal@gmail.com by March 29th, 2024.
  • ·       Include your full name, age, and a brief explanation (no more than 50 words) of the inspiration behind your tagline (optional).

Selection Process:

  • ·       A panel comprising CVMM committee members and community elders will review all submissions.
  • ·       The winning tagline will be selected based on originality, relevance, and its ability to inspire and unite our community.

Prizes:

  • ·       The creator of the winning tagline will be honored at our upcoming Gudi Padwa event and will receive a special prize.
  • ·       The winning tagline will become the official slogan of CVMM, featured on our website, event materials, and more.

Making a Difference Through Creativity

This tagline competition is more than just a contest; it's a call to action for our youth to engage with and contribute to the Marathi community in a meaningful way. Your creativity and insights can help define how we present ourselves to the world and strengthen our bonds within the community.

We can't wait to see the innovative and inspiring taglines you come up with. Let's come together to celebrate our Marathi heritage and make a difference in our community.

Good luck to all participants! May the best tagline win!

For any questions or further information, please contact centralvalleymarathimandal@gmail.com.

Let the creativity flow, and let's make our CVMM community proud!

-Balasaheb.

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