Applications now open for the Competition of photos and drawings within the framework of ecological marathon «My Eco-Footprint»

The UNESCO Cluster Office in Almaty, the Kazakhstan Association of regional environmental initiatives «ECOJER» and the Kazakhstan National Federation of UNESCO Clubs announce the start of the competition of photographs and drawings contest within the framework of the Republican youth eco-marathon «My Eco-Footprint».

The contest will be held in three categories:

• In the category «While creating, DO NOT destroy», drawings are accepted on the importance of preserving the planet's natural resources, the need to solve existing environmental problems and comply with the principles of reasonable consumption.
• In the category «The World we live in» are accepted mobile photos of unique and unusual natural phenomena, amazing places in Kazakhstan, as well as photos about the importance of preserving biodiversity and the pristine beauty of nature.
• In the category «Sorting is fashionable» category, professional staged photos are accepted about the need for sorting and recycling of waste, as well as the importance of reducing waste within a single family or country. Photos can be combined with a thematic plot, using various items.

The best drawings and works will be set on billboards and bus shelters in Almaty! The authors of the best works will be awarded prizes.

The competition is open to all interested persons aged 12 to 35 years (age categories: 12−16 years, 17−25 years, 26−35 years). Participation in the contest is absolutely free. Applications are accepted from September 16 to October 15, 2020.

For more information: http://ru.unesco.kz/competition-of-photographs-and-drawings-within-the-framework-of-the-republican-ecological