Digital Art Design Contest: Engaging Youth for the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (Uzbekistan)

The Digital Art Contest organized by the UNDP Uzbekistan aims to foster social responsibility among young people, encouraging them to participate in addressing key issues related to poverty and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This contest provides a platform for youth to creatively express their perspectives on the hidden dimensions of poverty and its broader implications. By engaging young people in artistic exploration, the competition promotes values of inclusion, empathy, and awareness while educating participants from diverse backgrounds on the social and economic challenges faced by marginalized communities.

UNDP recognizes that Poverty persists due to unjust systems, structural discrimination, and exploitative economic practices. Achieving freedom from the poverty trap requires including those most affected in discussions and actions around poverty eradication. Building just, peaceful, and inclusive societies requires concrete steps:

• Creating opportunities for people who have experienced poverty to share their insights and ensuring that their knowledge is valued and respected.
• Supporting efforts that help individuals living in poverty regain confidence and take charge of their lives.
• Acknowledging the important contributions of those affected by poverty, especially their unique understanding of the policies and practices that impact them.

Goals

• The Digital Art Design contest for the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty seeks to achieve the following goals:
  • Inspire and engage young people in Uzbekistan to creatively express their perspectives on hidden dimensions of poverty and inequality through digital art.
  • Raise awareness about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a strong emphasis on SDG 1 (ending poverty) specifically on multidimensional poverty, thereby fostering a deeper understanding of the shared challenge of poverty.
  • Utilize the artworks as powerful tools for public awareness campaigns, showcasing them in both digital platforms and physical public spaces to spark discussions and inspire action on poverty alleviation in all its forms.

Theme

• All entries must adhere to the competition theme of addressing the Hidden Dimensions of Poverty in Uzbekistan, reflecting on Multidimensional Poverty without exception.

Prize Information

• The selection committee will carefully evaluate each submission to ensure that it complies with all competition requirements. Based on these strict criteria, the top 3 participants will be selected as winners. Their artistic skill, creativity, and dedication to meeting the contest’s standards will be formally recognized.
• The top three winners from each category will have their winning images showcased at the prestigious UNDP Country Office and presented to UN officials.
• Top 3 winners: Winner Certificate and Tablet.
• Every registered participant will receive a Participation E-Certificate.
• Elevate your impact as the winners will be recognized as “Student Ambassadors” for the #EndPoverty! Campaign.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be between 15 and 24 years old, residing in Uzbekistan.

Judging Criteria

• Artwork will be evaluated based on creativity, adherence to the theme, and overall artistic expression. The decision of the judges will be final and binding.

Requirements 

• Paper Size and Format: The artwork must be in digital format with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi (dots per inch), suitable for both print and digital use (e.g., JPG, PNG, PDF). Designs must be scalable to different dimensions, including posters (A2 or A3) and digital banners. It must be submitted in digital format.
• Drawing Caption: Each artwork can be accompanied by a caption, written in Uzbek, Russian, or English, not exceeding 30 words.
• Multiple Entries: Participants are not allowed to submit multiple entries.
• Code of Conduct: Participants are expected to behave respectfully and professionally throughout the competition. Any form of disruptive behavior or misconduct will result in disqualification.
• Rights and Permissions: By submitting their artwork, participants grant the organizers the right to display, reproduce, and distribute the artwork for promotional and educational purposes, with appropriate credit given to the artist.
• Disqualification: The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant who violates the rules and regulations of the competition or engages in unethical behavior, as determined at their discretion.
• Legal Compliance: Participants are responsible for ensuring that their artwork complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including copyright and intellectual property rights.
• Modification of Rules: The organizers reserve the right to modify, amend, or cancel any rules or regulations of the competition at their discretion, with prior notice to the participants.

For more information, visit UNDP.