Raising awareness of environmental protection through painting competition

The 2025 “Denmark in My Eyes” painting competition is part of a series of activities to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Denmark. This is a competition that stimulates creativity, thereby raising awareness about actions to protect the green living environment.

Nâng cao nhận thức về hành động bảo vệ môi trường từ cuộc thi vẽ tranh

Education Counselor of the Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam speaking at the launching ceremony. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Ms. Vibeke Norgaard, Education Counselor of the Embassy of Denmark 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 with you.

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

“Green Living” is not just about big initiatives, but also about small choices and thinking in daily habits: turning off lights when not in use, carrying cloth bags when shopping, walking or cycling short distances or planting more trees. These small changes, when implemented by many people, will create a meaningful and long-lasting environmental impact.

Through this year's theme, the 'Denmark in My Eyes' art competition encourages students to reflect on how to promote positive change for the future of our planet. The competition also provides a platform for students to express their ideas, aspirations and commitments to environmental responsibility.

“Green Living” does not stop at big initiatives, but starts with small choices. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

Danish Ambassador to Vietnam, Mr. Nicolai Prytz, shared that the Vietnamese children's expression of green ideas through drawings may not bring about immediate changes, but it is certainly a way for them to express their thoughts and concerns. "This contest is not just about drawing, but also an opportunity for children to freely imagine a more beautiful world, and at the same time affirm that such a world can completely become a reality. I am very excited to admire the works from students across the country and share with them their own stories about the journey of green living and protecting the planet" - Ambassador Nicolai Prytz emphasized.

Mr. Le Ngoc Tuan, Director of the Department of International Cooperation (Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment), Vice President of the Vietnam - Denmark Friendship Association, said that this is an event of special significance for Vietnam and Denmark in the context of the two countries looking forward to celebrating the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations in 2026. The contest "Denmark in my eyes" is an activity that has the power to spread and inspire, attracting the participation of thousands of children across Vietnam. This is a playground for children to not only show their talents but also their understanding of Denmark, global environmental issues and climate change....

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

The contest is also a forum for students to express their ideas, aspirations and commitments to environmental protection. (Photo: Dinh Hoa).

The “Denmark in Your Eyes 2025” painting contest takes place from September 18 to December 20 and is open to all Vietnamese students, from primary to secondary school. Entries must be made on A3 art paper. Contestants can use any material, including pastels, oil pastels, pens, pencils, graphite, acrylic, watercolors, oil paints or mixed media…

All entries should be sent to the following address: Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam, 7th floor, BIDV building, 194 Tran Quang Khai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi and clearly state the title of the painting, student name, age, school, class, email, 02 phone numbers (one from the contestant's family and one from the contestant's school) and full mailing address.

The prize structure includes 01 special prize, 02 first prizes, 04 second prizes and 08 third prizes. The contestant who wins the special prize will be awarded a tablet and a LEGO toy set. The contestant who wins the first, second and third prizes will be awarded LEGO toy sets. In addition, there are 50 fourth prizes, 20 promising prizes for individuals and 5 units will receive collective prizes from the organizing committee.

The jury of the competition will include prestigious artists from Kim Dong Publishing House, Thieu Nien Tien Phong Newspaper and Nhi Dong Newspaper, as well as representatives from the Vietnam – Denmark Friendship Association (VIDAFA) and the Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam. The winners will be announced and awarded at the award ceremony to take place 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