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International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) is currently accepting applications for its World Wildlife Day International Youth Art Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The IFAW World Wildlife Day (WWD) International Youth Art Contest celebrates young creativity while raising awareness about wildlife conservation. The 2026 theme focuses on medicinal and aromatic plants, highlighting the critical link between plants, animals, and human health and livelihoods. Participants are encouraged to depict wildlife in conjunction with plants to reflect this ecological interdependence.
Personal Benefits
Global Recognition: Winners’ artworks will be showcased at the official World Wildlife Day event on March 3, 2026, giving young artists international visibility.
Creative Development: Encourages artistic growth by exploring themes that connect wildlife and plants.
Confidence Boost: Being selected as a finalist or winner provides validation and motivation for young artists.
Educational & Social Benefits
Environmental Awareness: Helps participants understand the ecological importance of medicinal and aromatic plants in relation to wildlife and human health.
Storytelling Skills: Encourages youth to communicate conservation messages through art.
Global Engagement: Connects young people worldwide with conservation priorities and international audiences.
Conservation Impact
Promotes Biodiversity: Highlights the role of plants in ecosystems and livelihoods.
Supports Conservation Goals: Aligns with World Wildlife Day and CITES priorities, raising awareness about protecting species and habitats.
Youth Empowerment: Gives young voices a platform in global conservation discussions.
Young artists aged 4 to 18 years
Open to participants from all countries worldwide
Artwork must incorporate both wildlife and plants in the image to be eligible for final judging
Create an original artwork that features wildlife and medicinal/aromatic plants
Ensure the artwork aligns with the 2026 WWD theme
Digitize the artwork if necessary (high-resolution image recommended)
Submit the artwork electronically through the official IFAW contest page before February 1, 2026
Include participant information such as age, country, and contact details
Apply for IFAW World Wildlife Day International Youth Art Contest 2026
