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 8th edition.
■ Theme for 2026
“Sustainable and Inclusive Future”
This year presents “Sustainable and Inclusive Future” ideas envisioned by students around the world.
■ Sub-Themes
Theme 1. Resilient Cities, Communities and Inclusive Well-being
This theme includes disaster resilience, community co-creation, universal design, aging society, multicultural inclusion, and sustainable community development.
Theme 2. Sustainable Green Design and Climate Action
This theme connects cities, communities, and natural environments, including topics such as circular society, decarbonization, green infrastructure, biodiversity, and sustainable lifestyles.Theme 3. Blue Sustainability: Oceans, Water and Future Ecology
This theme covers marine environments, water resources, coastal regions, ecosystem conservation, sustainable tourism, and circular lifestyles.
Theme4. Others
Participants are welcome to propose other related topics freely.
■ Entry Guidelines
Application Period: August.1 (Sat) – September 15 (Tue), 2026
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.
Categories: Graphic, product, service, fashion, architecture, urban planning, social issues et etc.
How to Apply: Please fill out the downloaded either Word or PDF format and send it to dsusdgscenter@gmail.com
■ Timeline
Announcement of first review results: Early October, 2026
Announcement of final review results: Late October, 2026
International award ceremony: November 5, 2026
■ Awards
Gold Award (1 team): KRW 3,000,000+ Certificate
Silver Award (1 team): KRW 2,000,000 + Certificate
Bronze Awade (1 team):KRW 1,000,000+ Certificate
Honorable Mention: E-Certificate
Special Award for High School Students: E-Certificate
■ Organizer
SDGs Design International Awards 2026 Committee
Faculty of Design, Kyushu University, Japan. Asia Design College Consortium (ADCC), Dongseo University, Korea
■Co-operation
Socialin
■ Contact
Japan ( SDGs Design Unit, Kyushu University Faculty of Design ) : sdgs@design.kyushu-u.ac.jp
Korea ( Asia Design College Consortium (ADCC), Dongseo University）: dsusdgscenter@gmail.com