The Being Online: Visual Expressions of Youth Experiences of Digital Well-Being is an international creative competition inviting children and young people to visually express what being online means to them. The initiative is led by in collaboration with .
This opportunity uses art to explore how the internet affects young people’s emotions, identity, mental health, and everyday life—while offering cash prizes for outstanding submissions.
Scholarship / Competition Details
- Program Type: Youth Art & Creative Expression Competition
- Theme: Being Online – youth experiences of digital well-being
- Who Can Apply: Children and young people
- Entry Format: Visual art submissions
- Deadline: 28 February 2026
What You Can Create
Participants are encouraged to visually interpret what being online means to them. Submissions can explore questions such as:
- How do you feel when you’re online?
- Does the internet help or distract you from the physical world?
- How does being online affect how you see yourself and your health?
Accepted Art Formats
You can submit your work in any of the following formats:
- Drawings
- Paintings
- Digital Art
- Photographs
Creativity, originality, and honest self-expression are strongly encouraged.
Prizes
Selected winners will receive cash prizes:
- 1st Prize: $500
- 2nd Prize: $400
- 3rd Prize: $300
In addition, selected artworks may be featured in a digital gallery, giving participants international visibility.
Eligibility
- Open to children and young people
- No specific academic background required
- Open to participants from different countries
- Art must reflect the theme of digital well-being and online experiences
FAQs
Is this competition free to enter?
Yes, participation is free.
Can I submit more than one artwork?
Unless otherwise stated on the application page, participants are advised to submit one strong entry.
Do I need professional art skills?
No. The competition values expression and honesty over professional training.
Will selected works be displayed publicly?
Yes, selected entries may be showcased in an online digital gallery.
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Final Note
The Being Online visual art competition is a unique opportunity for young people to turn their digital experiences into meaningful creative expression—while standing a chance to win cash prizes and gain global exposure.
