About the ICAW 2026 Poster Contest
The International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) 2026 Poster Contest invites creative individuals worldwide to submit original designs that capture the importance of composting in protecting life on land. The winning design will become the official ICAW 2026 poster, distributed globally to raise awareness about soil health and sustainable ecosystems.
Deadline: November 14, 2025, by 12 midnight EST
Prize: USD 500 and global recognition as the official ICAW 2026 poster designer
Theme for 2026: Compost! Feed the Soil that Feeds Us
The theme for ICAW 2026 connects directly to UN Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land, which emphasizes the protection, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems. Healthy soil sustains life, supports food production, filters water, and maintains biodiversity. However, soil degradation and contamination are growing threats worldwide.
Composting provides one of the simplest and most effective ways to rebuild soil health, manage waste sustainably, and strengthen resilience against climate challenges. Through this year’s theme, ICAW aims to inspire action toward protecting and restoring our planet’s vital soil resources.
Poster Contest Requirements
All poster designs must include the following text:
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International Compost Awareness Week
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May 3–9, 2026
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Compost! Feed the Soil that Feeds Us
Additional guidelines:
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Posters must be original and not AI-generated. Any AI-created designs will be disqualified.
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Open to high school students (Grades 9–12) and individuals aged 18 or older.
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Submissions must follow the official format and design specifications outlined on the ICAW website.
Bookmark Contest
For younger artists in Grades 3–8, ICAW also organizes a Bookmark Contest to promote creativity and awareness about composting and soil conservation.
Bookmark requirements:
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Size: 3” x 8”
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Must include the theme: Compost! Feed the Soil that Feeds Us
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Must include: International Compost Awareness Week and May 3–9, 2026
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Only original artwork is accepted (no AI designs).
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Designs may be hand-drawn or digital but must maintain the required dimensions.
How to Enter
Participants can submit their entries online through the official ICAW contest portals:
Prize
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Poster Contest Winner: USD 500, certificate, and international recognition.
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Bookmark Contest Winner: Design featured and distributed nationwide during ICAW 2026.
Important Dates
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Submission Deadline: November 14, 2025
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ICAW Celebration: May 3–9, 2026
About International Compost Awareness Week
ICAW is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative worldwide focused on composting. Organized by the International Compost Alliance (ICA), ICAW promotes the benefits of composting for soil restoration, sustainable agriculture, waste reduction, and ecosystem health. Each year, thousands of participants from over 70 countries take part through poster contests, educational events, and local composting activities.
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by Agri-web. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the official website for complete program details and verified application instructions. Applicants are also strongly advised to exercise due diligence before submitting any personal or sensitive information.
To apply for this job please visit compostfoundation.org.