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2023 Future Designer International Innovation Design Awards (IIDA) & Science for SDGs Innovation Contest is an international competition that called on young people from all over the world to use their creativity and innovation to solve problems posed by United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sustainable Development Goals is a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all people in the world.
The competition is organized UNESCO and Organizing Committee of Future Designers (IIDA) in cooperation with by the UNESCO-UNITRAINYouth Competence Development Project with the support of Organizing Committee of the National College Digital Art & Design Awards (NCDA).
The competition was open to undergraduate and graduate students from colleges and universities around the world. For participants from China, they had to have won a gold or silver award in the NCDA national competition.
Participants worked on a variety of works that promote science for the SDGs: posters, videos, GIFs, illustrations, games, apps, interactive design, as well as environmental designs such as products, cars, packaging, jewelry, fashion, architecture, interior design, landscape design, etc. The works are divided into four separate categories: art and science, media design, product design, and environmental design.
Students of the Rivne Vocational College (members of the Computer Graphics club) sent 10 works to the competition, which were created in various genres and computer graphics techniques. They are dedicated to sustainable development themes, such as combating poverty, protecting the environment, and ensuring peace and prosperity for all.
The winning teams were selected from over 1,500 entries from 48 countries.In total, 228 works made it to the final evaluation stage.
The designs were evaluated by a jury of 21 experts in the fields of science, technology, art and design. Careful attention was paid to ensuring gender equality and geographical diversity, as recommended by UNESCO partners and its science and technology networks.
83 teams won the competitionconsisting of students and their mentors from 24 countries around the world. About 30% (25) out of 83 teams received gold awards. Another 29 teams won silver and 29 bronze awards.
The designs of Ruslana Okrenets and Serhiy Kadebsky were awarded bronze awardsMentoring support was provided by the group leader. Pavlo Stryk and head of the programming department Iryna YakymchukThe translation of applications and job descriptions was carried out by an English teacher. Iryna Muzychuk. Winners and mentors will receive certificates, published jointly UNESCO and IIDA. IIDA and UNESCO will promote the winners' works on social networks.
Ruslana Okrenets designed the illustrations for Justice & Peace (Sustainable Development Goal 16: Strong institutions for peace and justice).
Illustration "Justice":
This striking illustration of justice depicts the heroic figure of Themis, the Greek goddess of justice. She stands steadfast, holding the scales of justice in her hands, symbolizing the important aspects of justice: the heart symbolizes compassion and humanity, and the weapon symbolizes strength and power. Her appearance exudes wisdom and unwavering faith in the principles of justice that determine a person's destiny.
Justice is a fundamental principle of our society. It ensures equality, protection from discrimination, and guarantees equal rights and opportunities for every person. In a world facing diversity and challenges, justice is a key element that helps our society develop and thrive in harmony.
Illustration "Peace":
Warm shades of blue and yellow intertwine in a symmetrical dance, forming the flag of Ukraine in this illustration. At its center, a young girl holds a stork, traditionally a symbol of peace and prosperity. Their eyes reflect joy and serenity, reinforcing the impression of their united strength. This illustration embodies the deep desire for peace and unity in Ukraine, celebrating the beauty of unity and harmony.
Today, in an era of conflict and instability, the themes of peace and justice take on a special significance. Peace is not simply the absence of war; it is a state of mutual understanding, attention to the needs and rights of each person. Justice becomes more important when it ensures the protection of the most vulnerable members of society. These themes remind us of our shared values and the duty to work together to create a better, more just and peaceful world for all of us.
Serhiy Kadebsky presented the work Biodiversity of the Earth: Protection and Conservation (Sustainable Development Goal 15: Protect and restore terrestrial ecosystems).
The illustration "Biodiversity of the Earth: Protection and Conservation" depicts the Earth surrounded by diverse wildlife, emphasizing the importance of preserving nature. The bright ecosystem design symbolizes the need to protect our planet and its valuable inhabitants, drawing attention to the urgency of preserving biodiversity and natural habitats. Protect nature - save the future!
The 83 winning teams come from 24 countries: Ukraine, Argentina, Austria, Belarus, China, Costa Rica, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Philippines, Japan, Rwanda, Spain, Sri Lanka, Ghana, Kenya, Palestine, Kazakhstan and Belarus.
Quote from the competition organizers: “As we celebrate our winners, we also look forward to the ripple effects their projects will create. These projects exemplify the power of scientific and artistic collaboration to create new products and processes that can contribute to more sustainable patterns of production and consumption.”
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Meet The Winners Of The UNESCO Award Which Asks Students To Design A Sustainable Future
Meet the winners of the UNESCO award which asks students to design a sustainable future
Pavlo STRIK, head of the “Computer Graphics” club,
Iryna YAKYMCHUK, Head of the Programming Department.
