Do you have a talent for drawing or a sharp pen? Then read on, because Join For Water is collaborating on a new edition of a Belgian international cartoon competition. This year, everything revolves around a topical and pressing theme: ‘Every drop of water counts!’ That is why Join For Water has been brought on board as a partner. The cartoon competition has already had several successful editions. Last time, they received no fewer than 1,004 entries from 65 countries across all continents.
About the theme
Water is precious, but at the same time extremely vulnerable. Climate change, population growth and increasing demand are putting pressure on our global water supply. Only 3% of all water on earth is fresh water, and most of that is not even directly available. This leads to scarcity, drought, flooding and pollution – problems that are felt all over the world.
That is why we want to use this cartoon competition to spread an important message: using water consciously is no longer a choice, but a necessity. Alone, we are a drop, but together we are a river.
Take part and win!
Are you 18 years or older? Then you can take part in this international cartoon competition!
You may submit a maximum of 5 cartoons (colour or black and white).
You can enter until 31 July 2025 using the online form at www.cartoons-cultuursmakers.be. On that website, you will also find all the details about the theme and the competition rules.
An expert jury will select the winning cartoons and put together an exhibition of the best entries. In 2026, this exhibition will travel through Flanders and Brussels.
Great prizes to be won
The award ceremony will take place in the spring of 2026. Here’s what’s at stake:
🏆 1st place: £1,000
🥈 2nd place: £500
🥉 3rd place: £250
🎨 Best Flemish entry: £250
👥 Audience award: €250
Do you have a sharp pen and a message to share? Seize this opportunity and take part!