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Lion Claudine Ghanem, Chairperson of the Peace Poster Contest Committee in Lions District 351 (Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine), called on all public and private schools and educational institutions to participate as widely as possible in the annual Lions International Peace Poster Contest—one of the world’s leading initiatives aimed at fostering a culture of peace, tolerance, and dialogue among younger generations through art and creativity.

Ghanem explained that this year’s contest theme is “Harmony in Humanity,” inviting children to express artistically their vision of a world founded on mutual respect, understanding among different peoples and cultures, acceptance of diversity, and the building of a more peaceful and harmonious future for humanity.

She emphasized that the initiative is a pioneering educational, cultural, and humanitarian program that nurtures children’s creativity and promotes the values of global citizenship, dialogue, coexistence, and respect for differences by using art as a universal language that transcends borders and cultures.

Ghanem also appealed to all Lions across District 351, as well as to everyone with connections or channels of communication with schools, universities, educational institutions, youth associations, and Scout organizations, to help promote the initiative and reach out to these entities. Such efforts would ensure the participation of the largest possible number of students from Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine and strengthen the District’s presence in this prestigious international contest.

She further invited Lions interested in volunteering to join the Peace Poster Committee and contribute to organizing the contest and following up on its various stages, in keeping with the spirit of service and teamwork that characterizes the Lions’ mission.

Ghanem noted that the deadline for receiving entries is November 1, 2026, urging schools to begin preparations immediately to ensure that the artwork is completed and submitted within the specified timeframe.

She explained that the contest is open to students between the ages of 11 and 13, in accordance with Lions International rules, and that each student may submit only one poster, personally designed and created by the student.

The principal technical requirements for participation include:

• The artwork must be original and created entirely by the student, without any outside assistance.
• The use of artwork or images generated through artificial intelligence (AI) is strictly prohibited, as is copying any published artwork or image.
• The poster must measure no less than 33 × 50 cm and no more than 50 × 60 cm.
• All traditional drawing and painting media are permitted, including colored pencils, watercolors, oil paints, markers, pastels, charcoal, and chalk. Artwork created with materials liable to smudge must be properly fixed.
• Three-dimensional works and materials glued or otherwise attached to the poster will not be accepted. Posters must not be laminated or framed.
• No words, numbers, logos, or signatures may appear on the front of the poster. The student’s name and all required information must be written on the back only.
• The poster must be flexible and capable of being rolled for shipment in a mailing tube. It must not be folded, in order to preserve the integrity of the artwork.

Ghanem stated that schools and institutions wishing to participate may contact the Peace Poster Committee by email:

Email: [email protected]

She also invited anyone wishing to volunteer, contribute to the Committee’s work, or assist in communicating with schools and educational institutions to use the same email address. She stressed that the success of this initiative depends on the collective efforts of all Lions and educational partners to convey the message of peace to the greatest possible number of children.

In closing, Lion Claudine Ghanem expressed her sincere gratitude and appreciation to District 351 Governor, Lion Elias Antonios, for entrusting her with the chairmanship of the Peace Poster Committee. She affirmed her commitment to working closely with Lions clubs and District committees and to making every effort to ensure the success of this humanitarian and educational initiative.

She also wished Governor Antonios a Lions year filled with success and achievement, expressing her hope that this year would mark a significant milestone in advancing the Lions’ mission of serving humanity and promoting a culture of peace, love, and understanding among peoples.