UNU-IAS is pleased to announce the winning entries of the RCE Youth Art Challenge: From Waste to Art, held in partnership with UNESCO. Focused on the theme of SDG 12 (responsible consumption and production), participants were invited to submit artworks inspiring others to use resources more efficiently and reduce waste, as well as showcasing individual and community action on SDG 12.
The challenge, which is open to anyone aged 35 or younger, attracted entries from across the globe, with 212 submissions received from 34 countries. Entries included a range of mediums, such as craft work, paintings, sculptures, and digital art, with some using locally sourced waste.
RCE Youth Art Challenge Awardees
15 years and under category
Outstanding Artwork
- Henry Yong Wei Wong
Acknowledged Artwork
- Zahra Malik (RCE Greater Western Sydney)
- Song Nguyen (RCE Greater Western Sydney)
Honourable Mention
- Hanyu Yang
- Nina Takemoto
- Nhoma Treasure Ezi-Umeonu
16–25 years category
Outstanding Artwork
- Yuvika Agarwal
Acknowledged Artwork
- Prudence Heda Masseng
- Frederick Balmores Galande
Honourable Mention
- Mohamad Aish Akmal
- Henry Baligwa
- Ayazhan Yessenkul
26–35 years category
Outstanding Artwork
- Evans Maina Ngure
Acknowledged Artwork
- Alisha Maharjan
- Jaxton Su
Honourable Mention
- Anh Cong Le
- Uyeh Member
- Yona Mudibo
The awarded works can be viewed on the Global RCE Network website.
