Applications open for the ICAW International Poster Contest

The application process for the 2025 ICAW International Poster Contest is now open. Each year, the International Compost Awareness Week Committee organizes a poster contest to select a design for the annual promotional poster. A new theme is introduced each year, which is prominently featured on the poster along with the corresponding dates. The International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) takes place during the first full week of May, with the dates for 2025 set for May 4 to May 10. This contest is accessible to individuals aged 14 and older from around the globe.

Requirements – ICAW International Poster Contest

REQUIREMENT CHECKLIST
Entries will be disqualified if the requirements are not strictly adhered to. Please review the following guidelines before submitting your entry to ensure your poster meets all necessary criteria.

Only One Entry Per Individual
Dimensions must be 12 inches wide by 18 inches tall (inches)
Resolution must be 300 dpi in jpg format
The poster must include the theme: Sustainable Communities Begin with Compost!
The poster must state: International Compost Awareness Week
The poster must display the dates: May 4 – 10, 2025
No additional text is permitted on your poster. Only the theme, International Compost Awareness Week, and the dates May 4-10, 2025 are allowed. Any modifications or extra words will result in disqualification.
If your poster incorporates a photograph, please ensure that you either took the photo yourself or have secured the legal rights to use it.
It is crucial to note that posters must not be generated by artificial intelligence. Any submissions created using AI will be disqualified.

Submission Requirement – ICAW International Poster Contest

You are required to complete the online entry form and checklist, and submit your poster digitally. Additionally, please include a brief paragraph explaining your motivation for participating in the ICAW 2025 poster contest and a description of your poster concept.

The poster must feature the following:
International Compost Awareness Week
May 4 – 10, 2025
Sustainable Communities Begin with Compost!