Design Contest Open for the “Beyond SDGs Public-Private Forum” Logo!
Open Call for Logo Designs Symbolizing and Promoting the Action Slogan “BEYOND! for beyond SDGs”! Application forms will be available on this website starting October 8.
“BEYOND! for beyond SDGs” is the action slogan of the “Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs”—a public-private partnership platform aiming to disseminate practice-rooted recommendations for achieving the SDGs from Japan to Asia and the UN, with an eye toward international visions beyond 2030.
Centered on the theme “How we can transcend the present to realize a more prosperous future?”, we aim to bring together diverse voices and thoughts committed to the SDGs and turn them into the drive to move beyond today. We consider everyone engaged in the SDGs to be a member of the Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs.
Therefore, we are inviting submissions for a logo mark (symbol) that symbolizes this movement and contributes to its promotion.
Anyone is welcome to apply regardless of age, occupation, affiliation, or professional status. We welcome applications from everyone driving Beyond SDGs forward. Use your logo to help expand and connect this initiative from Japan to Asia, the world, and the United Nations.
Application Guidelines
■ Application Period
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 – Wednesday, December 10, 2025
■ Submission Details
A logo design that symbolizes the action slogan “BEYOND! for beyond SDGs” of the Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs and contributes to promoting its activities.
・Embodies the vision of the Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs.
・Conveys an open attitude of collaboration across public and private sectors, generations, and fields.
・Possesses a universality shared not only in Japan but also with people across Asia and the world.
・Serves as a driving force for taking a new step toward the future.
・Is simple and versatile enough for use across various media, including print, web, and video.
■ Eligibility
・Open to anyone regardless of age, occupation, affiliation, or professional status.
・Submissions by groups, organizations, companies, or schools are also accepted.
■ Submission Format
・File Format: JPEG, PNG, or PDF (up to 10 MB)
・Required Items: 1. Logo design
2. Artwork title and concept explanation (within 200 characters)
■ Selection Process
・Submitted entries will be evaluated by the Board of Directors, Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs.
・The winning entry will be selected based on a comprehensive evaluation of concept, design, alignment with the vision, and versatility of application.
■ Notification of Selection
・Selection results will be communicated directly to the winner(s) or winning organization and announced on the official website.
・A certificate of appreciation and a commemorative gift will be presented to the winner or winning organization.
■ Scope of Use
・The winning design will be used as the official logo of the Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs.
・Upon adoption, the Secretariat may consult with the creator regarding modifications to ensure the design meets various operational requirements.
・The logo will be deployed broadly in cooperative initiatives across Japan, Asia, and globally, as well as at United Nations venues.
・It will be made available for download on the official website of the Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs upon completing a simple application process.
・By utilizing this logo mark as a common symbol for Beyond SDGs events and activities organized by diverse regions and entities across Japan, we aim to build the Public Private Forum on Beyond SDGs into an “All-Japan” collective effort.
■ Further Details on Application
Details regarding the opening of the application form, key precautions, copyright ownership, and personal information handling will be published on this website starting October 8. Please check back for updates.
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