Call for Participation -

SDGs International Design Awards 2025

SDGs Design International Awards is conceived with the aim of discovering creative ideas from young people and utilizing it for building sustainable society.

The theme of the year 2025 is Living in an Era of Conflict- “Societal Design Transcending Boundaries”

It would provide a platform to address conflicts plaguing the world, warm attention to the marginalized voices, and new kinds of connectivity and recovering humanity in a digital age. We are embracing and honoring your worthwhile causes and resourcefulness. Make your ideas known and heard, wide and far. It would certainly make a difference, resonating peacefully yet strongly with all around us. We would appreciate your interest and participation.

Application Period: October 1– 30, 2025

Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in universities, graduate schools, vocational institutions or high schools worldwide who are interested in design (including working students).

Students from non-design disciplines are also encouraged to apply.

Category: Graphic, product, service, fashion, architecture, urban planning, social issues et etc.

Submission: Please fill out the downloaded form(.doc) and send it to dsusdgscenter@gmail.com

Timeline:

First Review: early-November

Final Review: late-November

Awards Ceremony: December 11, (Thu), online

Awards:

Gold Award (1 team): 300,000 yen＋Certificate

Silver Award (1 team): 200,000 yen＋Certificate

Bronze Award (1 team): 100,000 yen＋Certificate

Corporate Award: 50,000 yen + Certificates

Honorable Mention: e-Certificate

Special Award for High School Students: Certificate

Inquiries:

(Korea) Asia Design Center for Future, Dongseo University: dsusdgscenter@gmail.com

(Japan) SDGs Design Unit, Kyushu University: sdgs@design.kyushu-u.ac.jp