What is JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest?
Since 1999, Japan Quality Assurance Organization (JQA) and International Certification Organization Network (IQNET) have been hosting the JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest for children aged 7 to 15 years old from around the world, supported by UNICEF Tokyo Office.
So far, the contest has been held 24 times and this year we've had over 9,900 entries from a record breaking 72 countries and region. In total, we have received nearly 370,000 drawings up to now. Full of imagination and artistic sensitivity, children drew pictures about nature and animals, their families and the surrounding area. The pictures also contain the message towards global environment, beyond borders and differences in their background cultures and languages.
As the organizer, we hope that this contest provides the children an opportunity to think about the global environment, by expressing their inspiration from nature's bounty. At the same time, we believe that the efforts to protecting the global environment will be further encouraged through the appreciation of such children's drawings.
Greetings
In the 25th drawing contest, a total of 9,907 remarkable drawings were received on the theme of "Let's Listen to Earth's Voice". Children from around the world took a close look at nature and living things, and each of them put their own serious thoughts into their works. The selection was extremely difficult because all of the works were full of charm. Therefore, during the process of judging, we carefully examined each piece one by one with the judges.
As one of Japan's leading third-party conformity assessment certification bodies, the JQA has been actively engaged in providing various services to support environmental activities. In 1995, we began the environmental management system certification, and in 2004, we were recognized by the United Nations as the world's first Designated Operational Entity for the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). Since then, we have continued to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by providing environmental services that meet the needs of the times, such as GHG emissions verification, green energy certification, and sustainability information verification.
Although the situation surrounding the global environment is becoming increasingly severe year by year, the JQA will continue to provide a wide range of environment-related services and make steady efforts to hand down the beautiful Earth to the children who will lead the next generation.
Since we started this contest in 1999, we have received more than 370,000 entries from more than 100 countries and regions. It is our sincere hope that all the children who have applied to the contest will grow up to be a driving force that supports and opens up the future society with messages and wishes embedded in each drawing.
Finally, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the relevant personnel of UNICEF, Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers of JICA, embassies around the world, parents and school teachers, and the staff of IQNET for providing children around the world with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of environmental conservation through this contest.
President
Japan Quality Assurance Organization
As President of IQNET, it is once again a great honor and privilege to serve as a member of the jury for the annual JQA International Environmental Children's Drawing Contest. Each year, this event brings renewed inspiration through the remarkable creativity, imagination, and environmental awareness demonstrated by children from around the world.
This year's entries have once again exceeded expectations-each drawing a vibrant testament to the hopes, concerns, and dreams that young minds hold for our planet. Their artwork speaks louder than words, reminding us of the urgency and importance of environmental protection and the responsibility we all share.
What continues to move me deeply is the sincerity and clarity with which these young artists convey complex environmental themes. They have an extraordinary ability to reflect both the beauty of nature and the dangers it faces. Their passion ignites hope, reminding us that the next generation is not only aware but also ready to lead positive change.
Contests like this one are more than just artistic showcases-they are platforms that nurture environmental values and inspire lifelong commitment to sustainability.
Let us carry forward the powerful messages embedded in these drawings. May they guide and motivate us all-parents, educators, industry leaders, and public servants-to continue striving for a healthier, more sustainable future for generations to come.
With deep appreciation to all the participants, organizers, and supporters of this wonderful initiative, I thank you and look forward to the continued impact of this meaningful contest.
President
The International Certification Network
Judges
 | Kinutani Kanako Acting Chairman of judging Committee Japanese-style painter |
 | Mokuo Yukie Deputy Director, National Committee Relations, Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) Division, UNICEF Tokyo Office |
 | Imoto Sachiko Senior Vice President, Japan International Cooperation Agency |
 | Oishi Minako Consumer Affairs Advisor, Nippon Association of Consumer Specialists |
| Alexandru Stoichitoiu President, The International Certification Network |
| Ishii Hiroaki President, Japan Quality Assurance Organization |