DEADLINE: May 31, 2025
Send your poem as a Word document to wole@humanrightsartmovement.org and copy ihrafafrica@humanrightsartmovement.org with the subject line: African Human Right Poetry Competition Submission.
The African Secretariat of the International Human Rights Art Movement (IHRAM) invites poets across Africa to participate in the African Human Rights Poetry Competition.
This competition seeks to amplify voices advocating for justice, equality, and human dignity through the power of poetry.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
- Poems must focus on human rights issues such as freedom, justice, gender equality, democracy, and social justice.
- All entries must be original and unpublished.
3.Submissions should be in English
- Poets of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to participate.
- Each poet may submit one entry only.
HOW TO SUBMIT
- Send your poem as a Word document to wole@humanrightsartmovement.org and copy ihrafafrica@humanrightsartmovement.org with the subject line: Human Rights Poetry Competition Submission.
- Include your full name, country, short bio (50 words), and contact details in the body of the email.
PRIZES
- First Prize – $100
- Second Prize – $75
- Third Prize – $50
Deadline: May 31st 2025
Winning entries will be featured in IHRAM’s publications, anthologies, and online platforms, and selected by poets may receive special recognition.
Let your words be a force for change! Submit your poem today!
For inquiries, contact: (Wole Adedoyin – woleadedoyin@gmail.com)



