Lions International Peace Poster Contest
For almost 40 years, the Lions International Peace Poster Contest has encouraged children aged 11 to 13 to express their vision of peace through art. Each year, Lions clubs across New Zealand, and around the world, work with schools and youth groups to give young people the chance to take part.
Entries are first celebrated locally, with winners moving on for international recognition. One talented young artist will be awarded the grand prize of US $5,000 and the honour of sharing their message of peace with the world.
How to Sponsor a Peace Poster Contest
Interested in sponsoring a Peace Poster Contest in your community? Getting started is simple — just follow these steps:
1. Build your team
Running a contest is a team effort. Begin by gathering club members who are keen to help plan and coordinate. Reach out to your district Peace Poster Chairperson for guidance and resources. Together, you’ll identify local schools and youth groups to invite and promote the contest.
Running a contest is a team effort. Begin by gathering club members who are keen to help plan and coordinate. Reach out to your district Peace Poster Chairperson for guidance and resources. Together, you’ll identify local schools and youth groups to invite and promote the contest.
2. Connect with schools and youth groups
The contest can be hosted through schools or organised youth groups. Work with your team to approach these organisations and share your interest in sponsoring a contest with them.
3. Order your kit
Remember, you’ll need to purchase one official Peace Poster Contest kit for each contest you sponsor.
Remember, you’ll need to purchase one official Peace Poster Contest kit for each contest you sponsor.
Important Deadlines
If your club is planning to sponsor a Peace Poster Contest, please take note of these key dates:
Club Level
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January 15 – Kits available for purchase from the Lions Shop online.
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October 1 – Final day to purchase kits.
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November 15 – Deadline for clubs to send their one winning poster (per contest sponsored) to the district governor.
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December 1 – Clubs not belonging to a district must send their winning entry directly to the Brand & Creative Department at Lions International Headquarters.
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February 1 – Club presidents of international winners will be notified by this date.
District Level
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December 1 – District governors must send their winning district poster to the multiple district council chairperson.
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December 1 – District governors not belonging to a multiple district must send their winning entry directly to Lions International Headquarters.
Multiple District Level
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December 15 – Multiple district council chairpersons must send their winning poster to the Brand & Creative Department at Lions International Headquarters.