The 7th annual Earth Partner Prize (formerly #CreateCOP) is now open for submissions!
We invite artists of all nationalities, races, genders, and faiths, aged 14 to 30, to submit work that comments on the ecological crisis.
Eight finalists will be awarded cash prizes of $10K, $5K or $2K. An additional 20 creatives will receive honourable mentions by a globally recognised panel of judges.
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10th October, 2025.
Between 14-30 years as of 31st October 2025.
Climate change is felt by everyone, irrespective of their age. We are aware that people of all generations have valuable insights and experiences to offer in this ongoing global conversation. As a platform operating in the creative industry, we are also aware of the struggles faced by artists and freelancers of all ages.
The decision to set the age limit between 14 and 30 years of age was meant to specifically provide a platform for youth engagement, much like other student-focused competitions. For this initiative, we are interested in showcasing the emotions of a generation that has had little decision-making power and will inherit dramatic consequences.
As the Earth Partner platform grows in the future, we are committed to creating more initiatives for intergenerational dialogue.
Applicants can apply with any medium, including, but not limited to, photography projects, docu-style and experimental film, performance art, spoken word, musical compositions, dance, fashion design, new media, app development, and social media projects.
Yes, AI-assisted work is accepted. However, you must disclose any use of AI tools (even partial) in your project description and include a brief reflection on how you weighed their environmental cost against their creative benefits.
Absolutely not. Earth Partner Prize encourages applicants from all corners of the world to apply and endeavours to represent as diverse a range of work as possible.
Your submission should be your own personal interpretation of the ecological crisis, however participants might explore themes such as: climate justice, corporate greenwashing, Indigenous rights, material innovation, wildlife and ecosystem conservation, grassroots activism, intersectional environmentalism, regeneration, the physical and mental impacts of the climate crisis, and nature-based wisdom.
Yes!
One project per person/group.
Yes, one person may submit on behalf of a duo or team. However, please ensure that all team members are properly credited in the submission.
There are two ways to do this:
- Include both your name and your collaborator’s name in the title, or
- List all team members in the description.
Yes, however, you cannot apply with work previously submitted.
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