Raising awareness about environmental protection through a painting competition.

On September 18th, the launching ceremony for the "Denmark Through My Eyes 2024" painting competition, themed "Living Green," took place in Hanoi. The competition is organized by the Vietnam-Denmark Friendship Association in collaboration with the Danish Embassy in Vietnam.

The "Denmark Through My Eyes" 2025 painting contest is part of a series of activities leading up to the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Denmark. This contest aims to inspire creativity and raise awareness about protecting a green living environment.

The Education Attaché of the Danish Embassy in Vietnam speaks at the launching ceremony. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

In her opening remarks, Ms. Vibeke Norgaard, Education Counselor at the Danish Embassy in Vietnam, said: "The message we want to spread through this competition is that everyone can contribute to building a more sustainable future — starting today, starting from your home, and starting from you."

“You are the heart of this competition. You have the creativity, imagination, and vision to show us ‘Living Green’ in your own way (...) Tell your story. Share your hopes. Your ideas are important and can inspire how we build a better world ,” emphasized the Education Attaché of the Danish Embassy in Vietnam.

"Living Green" isn't just about big initiatives; it starts with small choices and mindful daily habits: turning off lights when not in use, using reusable shopping bags, walking or cycling short distances, or planting more trees. These small changes, when implemented by many people, create a meaningful and lasting environmental impact.

Through this year's theme, the "Denmark Through My Eyes" drawing contest encourages students to reflect on how to promote positive change for the future of our planet. The contest also serves as a forum for them to express their ideas, aspirations, and commitment to environmental protection.

"Living Green" isn't just about big initiatives; it starts with small choices. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

The Danish Ambassador to Vietnam, Nicolai Prytz, shared that while Vietnamese children expressing green ideas through their drawings may not bring about immediate changes, it is certainly a way for them to express their thoughts and concerns. “This competition is not simply about drawing; it’s also an opportunity for them to unleash their imaginations about a more beautiful world, and to affirm that such a world is entirely possible. I am very excited to see the artworks from students across the country and to share their personal stories about their journey towards a greener lifestyle and protecting the planet,” Ambassador Nicolai Prytz emphasized.

Mr. Le Ngoc Tuan, Director of the International Cooperation Department (Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment), and Vice President of the Vietnam-Denmark Friendship Association, delivered a speech at the ceremony. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

Mr. Le Ngoc Tuan, Director of the International Cooperation Department (Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment) and Vice President of the Vietnam-Denmark Friendship Association, stated that this event holds special significance for Vietnam and Denmark as the two countries are looking forward to celebrating the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2026. The "Denmark Through My Eyes" competition is a widely influential and inspiring activity, attracting the participation of thousands of children across Vietnam. It provides a platform for children to not only showcase their talents but also demonstrate their understanding of Denmark, global environmental issues, and climate change.

The drawing competition attracted thousands of children to participate right at the launch ceremony. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

The competition also serves as a forum for students to express their ideas, aspirations, and commitment to environmental protection. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

The "Denmark Through My Eyes 2025" drawing contest runs from September 18th to December 20th and is open to all Vietnamese students, from primary to secondary school. Entries must be submitted on A3 size art paper. Participants can use any medium, including pastels, oil pastels, pens, pencils, charcoal, acrylics, watercolors, oil paints, or mixed media…

All entries should be sent to: Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam, 7th floor, BIDV building, 194 Tran Quang Khai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, clearly stating the title of the painting, student's name, age, school, class, email address, two phone numbers (one from the student's family and one from the student's school), and a complete mailing address.

The prize structure includes one special prize, two first prizes, four second prizes, and eight third prizes. The winner of the special prize will receive a tablet and a LEGO set. The winners of the first, second, and third prizes will each receive a LEGO set. In addition, there are 50 fourth prizes, 20 promising individual prizes, and five teams will receive a collective award from the organizers.

The competition's judging panel will include reputable artists from Kim Dong Publishing House, Thieu Nien Tien Phong newspaper, and Nhi Dong newspaper, along with representatives from the Vietnam-Denmark Friendship Association (VIDAFA) and the Danish Embassy in Vietnam. The winners will be announced and awarded prizes at an awards ceremony to be held at the end of the 2025-2026 school year in Hanoi.

Source: https://thoidai.com.vn/nang-cao-nhan-thuc-ve-hanh-dong-bao-ve-moi-truong-tu-cuoc-thi-ve-tranh-216403.html