Chance to Receive Financial Support for the Development of Projects Related to Upcycling from the Goethe Institut 2021
Applicant criteria
- No specific age required
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
The Goethe Institut invites creative people, Librarians, Craftsmen, Artists, Designers, and anyone who has a good idea related to the recycling culture to participate at the Goethe-Upcycling competition.
Upcycling ("up" and Recycling / "Reuse") is the process of transforming waste or (apparently) useless materials into products of new value. In contrast to downcycling, this form of recycling results in the recovery of materials. By recycling or reusing existing materials, the use of raw materials can be reduced. By reusing and converting used materials, unusual and everyday objects will be creatively redesigned and thus upgraded or brought into a different context.
Benefits
A Jury consisting of representatives from the field of upcycling, cultural, and creative industries, among others, will select the 8 best ideas, the realization of which will be financially supported with 1,000 Euros.
Eligibility criteria
The Goethe-Upcycling competition is open to all creative people, Librarians, Craftsmen, Artists, Designers, and anyone who has a good idea that meets the competition criteria.
How it works:
There are no restrictions on theme or content. The focus is on the theme of upcycling and the creative process. The new objects or library or community projects to be designed can serve a practical and/or purely artistic purpose. Mostly recycled materials and only a few new materials should be used. A maximum of two projects ideas can be submitted per participant.
Application Requirements:
To apply, participants are invited to submit the following documents:
- A presentation poster with pictures, drawings, collages of the object, or a description of the upcycling project...).
- Simplified curriculum vitae, if necessary with other work in PDF
- Cost estimate for the creation of the object or the realization of the project
- A statement/description of the object/project with text and video
- Applications must be submitted in digital form only. By submitting your application, you give the Goethe-Institut permission to publish all entries on its websites and social media. (All participants automatically agree to this rule when submitting.)
About Goethe Institut:
Goethe Institut is a cultural institute working worldwide and is a subsidiary of the German government, which supports international cultural cooperation. It provides a comprehensive picture of Germany through information on its cultural, social, and political life. The Institute's cultural and educational programs support intercultural dialogue and offer the possibility of cultural participation. It also promotes the building of civic structures and supports global mobility.
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