As the 4GW team prepares for the upcoming 2024 Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action on 17th November, we are excited to announce the return of our art contest. This initiative is focused on raising awareness about cervical cancer and providing a space for conversation and connection. We aim to engage everyone ready to join the efforts to eliminate cervical cancer in Nigeria through the power of their artistic expression.
This contest is an invitation for the community to share their commitment to a Nigeria free of cervical cancer through the artistic medium of their choice. We believe that art has the power to bring new voices, new ideas, and innovative perspectives to this work. We are calling on authors, artists, singer-songwriters, poets, illustrators, painters, videographers, and creators of all kinds to use their talents in service of this cause. By participating, you can become an advocate providing accurate information about the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), cervical cancer, and the ways we can eliminate it through HPV vaccination and screening.
This contest aims to leverage the power of art to increase awareness about cervical cancer prevention and engage the public in the fight to eliminate the disease. Art has the potential to move people, inspire action, and communicate important public health messages in ways that resonate more deeply than data alone.
“Create for a Cause: Creating Cervical Cancer Awareness Through Art“
Participants are invited to use their creativity to highlight the importance of cervical cancer prevention through topics such as:
- HPV vaccination
- HPV screening
- Signs and symptoms of cervical cancer
- The possibility of eliminating cervical cancer through preventive measures.
We welcome all forms of artistic expression, including:
- Drawings
- Graphics
- Videos
- Animations
- Poems
- Jingles
Each submission should pass an important message about cervical cancer prevention and awareness.
Participants can submit using this Google Form or submit their entries through email at 4gworg@gmail.com provided on our website. Be sure to follow the submission guidelines for your specific format (image, text, or video).
- Eligibility:
- Open to all residents of Nigeria.
- Age range: 14 to 65 years old.
- All submissions must be the original work of the applicant.
- Prizes:
The contest offers cash prizes for the top entries:- 1st Place: N200,000
- 2nd Place: N150,000
- 3rd Place: N100,000
- In addition to the cash prizes, winners will receive:
- Recognition on social media.
- The opportunity to create for a cause and make an impact.
- Exposure to a global network of public health professionals and fellow creators.
The contest will consist of two phases:
- Judges’ Selection:
- After all submissions are received, a panel of expert judges from diverse and relevant backgrounds will review the entries.
- The judges will select the top six entries based on the judging criteria (outlined below) to move on to the social media challenge.
- Social Media Challenge:
- The six finalists will have their work featured on 4GW and 4C social media platforms, including Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
- Finalists will be encouraged to share their posts widely and engage their networks. The final scores will be based entirely on social media interactions across platforms.
- Points for social media engagement will be assigned as follows:
- Like (❤️) = 1 point
- Comment (💬) = 3 points
- Share (🔄) = 4 points
At the end of the seven-day social media challenge, the total score will be calculated by adding up the engagement points from all platforms. The entries with the highest cumulative scores will be awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes..
The panel will evaluate submissions based on the following criteria:
- Innovation: Does the submission offer a new way to view or approach cervical cancer prevention?
- Clarity of Expression: Is the message of the submission clear and understandable?
- Originality and Creativity: Does the submission stand out as unique and original?
- Appeal of Content: How well does the submission resonate with the Nigerian audience? Would it impact their understanding of cervical cancer prevention?
Relevance to Public Health: Does the submission make a significant contribution to the public health conversation, particularly in the field of cervical cancer prevention?
- Open Call for Submissions:
September 20th, 2024 – October 14th, 2024 - Webinar on the Challenge:
September 30th, 2024 (Join us for an interactive session to learn more about the contest and ask any questions you may have) - Notification of Finalists:
Tentative Date: November 2nd, 2024 - Final Social Media Contest:
November 8th, 2024 – November 16th, 2024 - Announcement of Winners:
November 17th, 2024 (World Health Organization’s Cervical Cancer Elimination Day)
