{"id":1549,"date":"2026-05-15T09:49:51","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T09:49:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/discoveringnewartists.org\/newsite\/?page_id=1549"},"modified":"2026-07-31T06:05:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T06:05:40","slug":"afcinternational","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/discoveringnewartists.org\/newsite\/afcinternational\/","title":{"rendered":"Art for Change International"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Art for Change International<\/h1>\n

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Downloads<\/h2>\n

Please download all the essential materials related to this year's Art for Change - International Child Arts Challenge & Exhibition using the links buttons below. These are detailed guidelines which are mandatory to follow, flyer, school registration form and individual registration form.<\/p>\n

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School Registration Form<\/a> Individual Registration Form<\/a><\/div>\n
Artwork Submission Form<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Key Dates Section<\/h3>\n

Challenge Opens:<\/b> 5th Aug 2026
\nSubmission Deadline:<\/b> 30th Oct 2026
\nResults Announcements:<\/b> 5th Dec 2026
\nExhibitions:<\/b> Jan 2027<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Rules & Guidelines<\/h3>
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Dear Principals, Art Coordinators\/Teachers, Parents and Students,<\/span><\/p>\n

It is with great excitement that we invite you to be part of the <\/span>13th Art for Change - International Child Art Challenge & Exhibition<\/span><\/strong> 2026-27, organized by <\/span>Discovering New Artists <\/span>supported by <\/span><\/strong>Habib Bank Limited (HBL), Bluebird Arts and Tezz Foods<\/strong>.<\/span> Over the years, Art for Change has grown into one of the largest art initiatives in Pakistan and worldwide, inspiring young minds to use art as a force for social good.<\/span><\/p>\n

Through our one-for-one model, we ensure that every child, regardless of economic background, has the opportunity to create, express, and shine. Together, we have impacted the lives of more than <\/span>170,000 young artists from over 25 countries<\/span><\/strong>,<\/strong> empowering <\/span>38,000+ students<\/span><\/strong> from marginalized communities through art education, exposure, and opportunities. This year, we are thrilled to present two thought-provoking and socially impactful themes, inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and aligned with SDG-3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG-6: Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG-13: Climate Action, SDG-14: Life Below Water.<\/span><\/p>\n

Themes:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. My Roots, My Identity<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n
  2. Our Water, Our Responsibilit<\/strong>y<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    By participating, your students not only gain recognition and awards - including cash prizes, certificates, trophies, and honorariums for teachers - but also join a movement that promotes education, cultural preservation, and equality at a global scale. Selected artworks will be featured in national and international exhibitions.<\/p>\n

    We aim to provide equal opportunities for students from all backgrounds, and your maximum participation is key to bridging the gap between privileged and underprivileged communities. By submitting a maximum number of artworks, you help us showcase the incredible talent of your students on an international stage.<\/span><\/p>\n

    We look forward to receiving your students' remarkable creations for this year's Art for Change.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Yours Sincerely,
    \n<\/span>Hassan Mujtaba Zaidi
    \n<\/span>Executive Director<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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    My Roots, My Identity: Ages 4-15
    \n<\/span><\/strong>Every child carries a story, and each story is shaped by language, traditions, food, music, and the communities they call home. We encourage participants to explore cultures, traditions, histories and celebrate what makes their identity unique through art. By sharing our roots, we learn from each other and build a more connected, inclusive future because at DNA we believe diversity is our greatest strength.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Our Water, Our Responsibility: Ages 4-15
    \n<\/span><\/strong>Water is essential to life. It nourishes people, wildlife, and ecosystems, yet growing challenges such as pollution, climate change, and water scarcity threaten this precious resource. Through Our Water, Our Responsibility, DNA invites young people to explore the importance of water conservation through art and water's role in their lives and the everyday actions that protect it from clean rivers to reducing waste. DNA believes creativity can inspire real change, encouraging young artists to become stewards of the planet, one small action at a time.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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    Children and young people can participate in Art for Change Pakistan under the following 7 categories.<\/p>\n

    Category-I:<\/strong> 4 - 7 Years
    \nCategory-II:<\/strong> 8 - 11 Years
    \nCategory-III:<\/strong> 12 - 15 Years<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n

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