New Media Competition
Using Technology to Create Impact
The New Media Youth Competition 2026 invites students to use their creativity and digital skills to raise awareness about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Participants will choose one SDG they care about and create original new media content to educate and inspire other young people. This competition is not about going viral. It is about using media thoughtfully to inform, connect, and create positive change.
This competition is open to students involved in the Apple New Media Programme and provides a platform to showcase their talents, ideas, and voices.
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The competition is open to:
Category 1 - Primary Schools
Category 2 - Secondary Schools
Category 3 - JCs, ITE and Polytechnics
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Competition Objectives
Your objective is to create new media content that helps young people understand:
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Why a specific SDG matters
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Who it affects
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Why action is needed
Through creative storytelling, participants will explore how media can be used as a tool for awareness, empathy, and impact.
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You can submit entries on the following Categories.
Video Category
Entry Requirements
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A video of up to 3 minutes, designed for platforms like Instagram Reels or TikTok, focused on awareness rather than virality.
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The video needs to be saved and uploaded as .mov
Category open to:
Primary School Students
Secondary School Students
JCs, ITE and Polytechnic Students
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