The SDGs Design International Awards, organized primarily by the Faculty of Design, Kyushu University, aims to discover creative ideas from young people and utilize them for building a sustainable society.
Since its establishment in 2019, the award has been held annually, and this year marks its 7th edition.
■ Theme for 2025
Living Together 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.
Why not share your passion and creativity with the world? We look forward to receiving proposals that resonate deeply and broadly with people everywhere.
■ Sub-Themes
Theme 1. Design for Peace
- Sustainable peacemaking-models across nations (addressing nuclear threat, territorial disputes, resource disputes, and racial conflicts)
- Building youth-driven global peace networks based on SDGs
Theme 2. Designing with Marginalized Voices
- Paying attention to those who are physically challenged, seniors, and multicultural families
Theme 3. Living between Virtual and Real Worlds
- Discovering new connectivity in an era of social media, metaverse, generative AI and overcoming isolation
■ Entry Guidelines
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Application Period: October 1 (Tue) – October 30 (Thu), 2025
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Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in universities, graduate schools, vocational institutions, or high schools worldwide who are interested in design (including working students)
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Categories: Graphic, product, service, fashion, architecture, urban planning, social issues et etc.
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How to Apply: Please fill out the downloaded form(.doc) and send it to dsusdgscenter@gmail.com
■ Timeline
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First Review: Early November 2025
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Final Review: Late November 2025
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Award Ceremony: December 11 (Thu), 2025 Online event
■ Awards
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Gold Award (1 team): 300,000 yen+ Certificate
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Silver Award (1 team): 200,000 yen + Certificate
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Bronze Awade (1 team):100,000 yen+ Certificate
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Corporate Award: 50,000 yen + Certificate
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Honorable Mention: e-Certificate
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Special Award for High School Students: Certificate
■ Organize
SDGs Design International Awards 2025 Executive Committee
■ Contact
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Japan ( SDGs Design Unit, Kyushu University Faculty of Design )
sdgs@design.kyushu-u.ac.jp -
Korea ( Asia Design Center for Future, Dongseo University )
dsusdgscenter@gmail.com
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