As part of the 23rd Treviso Comic Book Festival edition (TCBF 2026), the Fumetti in Treviso association announces the International Contest for New Comic Authors 2026, created in collaboration with Banca Prealpi San Biagio Credito Cooperativo. The competition is open for entries and invites beginner comic authors of legal age to test their skills and create a comic story based on this year’s theme – Relationships. Three main prizes will be awarded as part of the 2026 competition. 500 Euro are reserved for the First prize, 300 Euro for the Second prize, and 200 Euro for the Third prize.

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The 16th Arbella International Photography Contest invites amateur and professional photographers from around the world to participate in a free international competition. This photography competition features two categories: Beauty of Imperfection and Open. The competition offers a total of USD 10,500 in cash awards. The Grand Prize is USD 2,500.

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Vienna Business Agency has opened the call for proposals for the Content Vienna 2026 – Competition For Digital Design. Are you developing an innovative game, working on a creative XR application, exploring new paths with AI or blockchain, or creating digital formats that reach and move people? Content Vienna supports your ideas. Five creative digital projects currently in development will be awarded production grants of €10,000 each. This year, a special prize of €10,000 on the topic of “Digital Design for Health” will also be awarded for digital projects in the healthcare sector.

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Pinata Foundation is hosting the 3rd International Digital Art Biennial „THE ONE”, dedicated to the future of our planet. The competition accepts works by professional artists and art students from around the world, created using digital techniques, in two categories: Graphics (digital graphics, digital painting, digital collage, digital drawing) and Video (videos no longer than 3 minutes and animations). The aim of the competition is to present the most interesting works during the exhibitions and select award winners.

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Andreu World has launched its 25th international design contest and opened registration for 2026 to both students and professionals worldwide. This edition, which celebrates the 25th anniversary of the contest, aims to create furniture designed for the circular economy, with a positive impact on people and the planet. It promotes designs that combine creativity, functionality, and respect for the environment. The best design for 2026 will be awarded with €5,000. The second prize is €2,500. The jury will also announce 3 special mentions.

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With the aim of raising awareness among students who will lead the future of coin design, the Japan Mint is hosting the International Coin Design Competition (ICDC) 2026, inviting participation from students both in Japan and abroad. Any student who is registered at any school and was born on or after 31 August 1996 is qualified to enter and submission of a coin design (the obverse and reverse sides) is required. The best designs will be awarded with monetary prizes, plaques, certificates and more. The Grand Award is 100,000 yen.

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4Tomorrow Association is pleased to announce the 14th edition of poster for tomorrow on the theme “Dignity”. The competition’s aim is to promote graphic design as a tool for social change. The best 10 poster designs will be exhibited in Lecce, Italy.

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The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) and its Geopolitics and Global Futures Department are now accepting applications for the 2026 GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security. The GCSP Prize for Innovation celebrates individuals and organisations that are advancing bold, creative, and impactful solutions in the field of global security. The first-place laureate receives a CHF 10,000 cash prize.

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The Fondation Jacques Rougerie – Académie des Beaux-Arts has launched the 2026 edition of their international Architecture and Innovation Competition. The competition is open for architectural project related to flood-prone lands, the sea, or space. In 2026, a total of six International Grand Prizes will be awarded, each endowed with €7,000, for a total prize fund of €42,000.

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Anima 2027, the Brussels Animation Film Festival, has opened the call for entries to its selection programmes for the 46th edition of the festival. The Festival seeks to promote animated films from all over the world and encourage dialogue between professionals, filmmakers and the public. The winner of the Anima 2027 Grand Prix will automatically be included on the Academy Award® longlist in the Best Animated Short Film category. British short films selected in one of our competitions are also eligible for the BAFTA Award for Best Short Animation.

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