2008 marks a big occasion - the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The UDHR is one of the most important documents recognizing and protecting human rights for everyone all over the world, and this was signed on December 10, 1948 by all member states of the United Nations.

However, a declaration alone is not enough to protect our human rights. Working with governments, schools, non-governmental organizations, community groups and you, we strive to construct a human rights culture, broadening the knowledge and concept of human rights, exercising our rights while defending those of others.

The contest, with the theme “Born Free and Equal”, will be held between September and October 2008. We hope to inspire students to learn more about the UDHR and express themselves through their artistic views and expressions. Winning entries may be used for Amnesty International promotional purposes.

Panel of judges include visual artist and poet Ms. Seeman Ho, renowned designer and painter Prof. Tai-keung Kan, BBS, and renowned cartoonist Zunzi. Details of the contest can be found here. Deadline for submission of entries is on October 31, 2008.

Acknowledgement (in alphabetical order):
Austrian Consul General in Hong Kong
Centamap
Consulate General of Egypt in Hong Kong
Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau
Consulate General of Italy in Hong Kong
Consulate General of the Republic of Hungary in Hong Kong
Ms. Seeman Ho
Prof. Tai-keung Kan, BBS, Kan & Lau Design Consultants
Zunzi