Call for Entries: The 2026 In Focus Creative Youth Contest
World in Focus (WIF) is a Canadian registered non-profit organization founded in 2016, dedicated to spreading awareness for vision care and ensuring that everyone can have access to affordable eye care regardless of their background. Over 2.2 billion people suffer from visual impairments globally, many of which cases can be helped with proper care.
We understand that eye health is not just a medical issue, but also something that greatly impacts our quality of life. WIF is led by a passionate team of young volunteers that empower students and others within communities to take on a more proactive role in contributing to eye health awareness.
Our organization engages in fundraising events and partnerships to bring about not just awareness, but action as well. The youth have the power to leave behind a tangible impact, and we, members of WIF, do our best to ensure that they have the resources and opportunities to do so.
We are fully committed to advocating for our cause. Not only do we regularly post articles related to the importance of vision care, but we also engage with our community through various in-person events. Whether it be our Fundraising Bake Sale or our annual Coffeehouse, we do our best to ensure that the act of spreading awareness feels less of a chore and more like an enjoyable experience.
In Focus Creative Art Contest
We are proud to announce the return of our In Focus Creative Art Contest! This international contest is completely free to join, and is a great opportunity for youth to see real impact with their art and creative expression. Since the first In Focus Contest in 2017, the WIF team has received over 650 masterpieces from 50+ different countries.
The contest is divided into two age groups: 10–14 and 15–18. Each age group can choose between writing, photography, or visual arts as their art form. Each category’s first-place winner will receive a $50 CAD prize. This year’s contest deadline is April 4th, 2026.
Submission Prompts
1. “Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others” — Jonathan Swift
2. How do we find clarity in the midst of chaos?
3. What can we learn when seeing the world through the eyes of another?
Contest Rules
• Participants may submit up to two pieces, provided they compete in different categories.
• All submissions must be completely original and unpublished.
• The use of AI and plagiarism is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification.
• The contest is free to enter and open internationally to youth ages 10–18.
In Focus Contest Submission Form »»» CLICK HERE
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Website: WorldInFocus.ca
About the Author
Founded in 2016, World in Focus is a youth-led non-profit organization that seeks to aid individuals of all ages around the world in accessing affordable eye care. They fundraise to raise awareness for the necessity of eyesight, support treatments for congenital eye diseases, and supply prescription glasses and contact lenses to students who would otherwise not have access to them.
Since their founding, World in Focus has organized over 30 fundraising and awareness events, raising more than $8,500 while engaging their local community and reaching audiences internationally.
