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Competitions and Contests

Essays, poems, photography, artworks, cartoons, videos. There are over a dozen competitions and contests organised yearly by the UN family. They represent a fun, at time challenging, way to engage creatively with topics that are a priority for the organisation.

2024 youth photo challenge for disaster risk reduction

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) announced the launch of the “2024 Youth Photo Challenge for DRR”. Young and amateur photographers interested in documenting responses to climate challenges, particularly heat waves, wildfires, and floods, while highlighting the resilience and empowerment of communities are invited to participate...

2024 Africa Youth Art Competition for International Day for Disaster Risk reduction

In the context of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2024 under the theme "Empowering the next generation for a resilient future" UNDRR are pleased to announce the launch of a Youth Art Competition. Young artists - amateurs or professionals- are encouraged to submit a piece that fits into...

Contest for a visual identity for the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent

As a newly established mechanism, the Permanent Forum is in the process of getting recognition and establishing its presence. This competition invites for the creation of a logo that will serve as both a distinctive symbol for the Permanent Forum and a reflection of the aspirations and essence of...

Diversity at Sea: IMO photo competition for Black History Month

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is excited to announce a photography competition in honour of Black History Month this October. The theme for this year’s photo contest is ‘Diversity at Sea,’ celebrating multiculturalism within the maritime sector. IMO invites photo submissions from all skill levels showcasing unique perspectives on maritime...

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