2025IPBP NANJING INTERNATIONAL BIENNIAL OF POSTERS FOR PEACE

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2025IPBP
NANJING INTERNATIONAL BIENNIAL OF POSTERS FOR PEACE

History is humanity’s shared river of memory, while peace is the eternal pursuit of civilization. In today’s era of globalization, we understand more than ever that peace is not merely an accidental gift of history but a deliberate choice of human reason. It is not a temporary ceasefire but rather a fundamental guarantee for the continuation of civilization. Every page written in history lays the foundation for a peaceful future. Every act of peace imbues history with new meaning.

Nanjing is a city steeped in a millennium of cultural heritage, embodying the spirit of peace. It has withstood the ravages of war while embracing the dawn of hope. From the rain-soaked eras of the Six Dynasties to the traumas of modern times and from painful memories to heartfelt declarations of peace, Nanjing embodies the profound philosophy of “learning from the past to warn future generations.”The Nanjing International Biennial of Posters for Peace takes root here, using visuals to transform historical inspirations into a language for the future. Posters are more than just narratives of images; they relay civilization, capturing fragments of memory and reflecting the light of truth. They transcend the boundaries of time and space, weaving a shared ideal.

History is not a static inscription but a flowing river. Its value lies not only in preserving the past, but also in inspiring new beginnings. This year’s biennial, themed “History Illuminates the Future,” invites global creators from around the world to explore the dialogue between past and future through the power of imagery, collectively “designing for peace.” Through the medium of posters, we aim to commemorate the invaluable lessons of history and articulate a vision of peace. These artworks highlight the cultural and artistic power that drives the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.

Design for Peace, Act for the Future.

Theme

History Illuminates the Future
The theme is provided for creative reference only and will not be used for categorization during the review process. All posters featuring a peace-related theme are acceptable.

Participation

Candidates: Professional designers, students, faculty members, artists and design institutions worldwide are welcome to participate.
Deadline: 24:00 on July 30, 2025 (Beijing time)

Awards

Gold Award (one total): RMB 10,000 each
Silver Award (two total): RMB 5,000 each
Bronze Award (three total): RMB 3,000 each
Jury Award (five total): RMB 3,000 each
Public Award (20 total): RMB 3,000 each
Award certificates and prizes (pre-tax) will be given to posters that receive awards. Participation certificates will be provided for all posters selected for the exhibition. The Organizing Committee reserves the final right to explain all matters related to the awards, including the amounts and their distribution.

Entry Rules

1. Participation is free.
2. All posters must have been created after 2023 (AI-generated posters must be clearly labeled).
3. Two rounds of review will be conducted. Shortlisted designers will be required to submit either digitally printed posters (the Organizing Committee is responsible for printing) or physical works upon receiving an email notification to participate in the final review. A panel of international judges will select the finalist and winner in early August.
4. A combination of online voting and expert review results will determine the Public Award.
Submission of works