ANTIGUA – In a landmark celebration of youth creativity and global citizenship, the Rotary Club of Antigua has successfully concluded its inaugural “Let Peace Prevail on Earth” poster art competition. The initiative, which engaged young artists from primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions nationwide, culminated in an awards ceremony at Rotary House on March 5, 2026.
The competition challenged participants to visually interpret themes of peace, unity, and global harmony, resulting in an exceptional display of artistic talent and profound conceptual depth. Winners across four age categories received EC$500 cash prizes, custom peace poles, and art supplies, while several exceptional entries earned special recognition awards.
Mr. Alvin Livingstone, speaking on behalf of the judging panel, praised the remarkably high standard of submissions. He emphasized that winning entries were selected based on three critical criteria: artistic merit, conceptual originality, and the powerful communication of peace in action. Each submission demonstrated thoughtful engagement with complex global themes through visual media.
Rotary Club of Antigua President Mrs. Elisa Graham highlighted the competition’s alignment with Rotary International’s core peacebuilding mission. “Through service projects, youth engagement, and educational programs,” she stated, “Rotary addresses conflict’s root causes including poverty, inequality, and educational gaps. When youth articulate their peace visions, they become ambassadors of tolerance and unity.”
President Graham further emphasized the competition’s philosophical significance: “Peace begins in our homes, schools, communities – and yes, on blank paper. These young artists learn that resolution comes through dialogue and collaboration, not division.”
The ceremony recognized category winners including Peace-Marie Browne (St. Nicholas Primary), Haedriana Bent (Five Islands Primary), Deja Neke Philo (Christ the King High School), and Tianna Henry (Christ the King High School). Special awards celebrated Gabrielle Grant’s powerful peace message, Terresha Harris’s innovative color use, and Zoey Carter’s dual recognition for peace ambassadorship and conceptual originality.
The event concluded with expressions of gratitude to parents, educators, judges, Rotarians, and sponsors whose support enabled this investment in youth potential and global citizenship development.