Deadline: August 31, 2026
Applications are open for the Dawn Project Climate & Health Challenge 2026. This is a creative competition designed to inspire individuals to explore the connection between climate action and human wellbeing.
This competition invites participants to express their ideas, solutions, and perspectives on climate change through writing, creative design, and music. Whether through essays, poetry, graphics, visual art, or songs, contestants have the opportunity to communicate powerful messages that encourage responsibility, awareness, and action.
The theme “Our Climate, Our Health, Our Responsibility: Every Action Matters” encourages participants to reflect on how climate change impacts human health and what individuals, communities, and nations can do to protect both people and the planet. Entries may highlight climate-related health risks, sustainable lifestyles, clean energy solutions, environmental protection, community resilience, or innovative ideas that promote a healthier environment.
This challenge serves as a platform for creative voices to inspire change, influence conversations, and become Climate Change Ambassadors for a better future.
Prizes
- Writing (Ages 7–13)
- 1st – ₦50,000
- 2nd – ₦30,000
- 3rd – ₦25,000
- Writing (Ages 14–17)
- 1st – ₦100,000
- 2nd – ₦50,000
- 3rd – ₦25,000
- Writing (18+)
- 1st – ₦300,000
- 2nd – ₦150,000
- 3rd – ₦100,000
- Creative Design (All Ages)
- 1st – ₦300,000
- 2nd – ₦150,000
- 3rd – ₦100,000
- Music (All Ages)
- 1st – ₦300,000
- 2nd – ₦150,000
- 3rd – ₦100,000
Eligibility
- Open to all individuals regardless of background, location, or skill level.
- All submissions must be original, unpublished work created by the contestant.
- Written and creative design entries should be submitted in JPEG or PDF format.
- Music entries should be submitted in MP3 format.
Guidelines
Writing Guidelines
The Essay or Poetry must align with the theme: “Our Climate, Our Health, Our Responsibility: Every Action Matters.”
Entries should:
- Explore the connection between climate change and human health.
- Highlight environmental challenges and possible solutions.
- Encourage responsibility and action towards climate protection.
- Not exceed 200 words.
- Be original, well-structured, and thought-provoking.
Creative Design Guidelines
Participants are invited to create artwork, graphics, illustrations, or innovative designs inspired by the theme.
Entries may depict:
- The relationship between climate and human wellbeing
- Environmental protection and sustainable living
- Climate solutions and community action
- Visual storytelling that inspires climate responsibility
Music Guidelines
Participants are invited to compose and perform a song based on the theme.
Music entries should:
- Promote awareness of climate change and its impact on health
- Inspire individuals and communities to take action
- Deliver a strong message about protecting our planet and wellbeing
Application
For more information, visit Dawn Project Climate & Health Challenge.
