ASIATODAY.ID, JAKARTA – A total of 100 children from Indonesia and the Philippines came together in the spirit of peace through art at the 7th International Loving-Peace Art Competition (ILPAC), held virtually, in Jakarta, July 12, 2025.
This annual event was co-hosted by the Jakarta branch of the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG) in collaboration with the Manila branch, under the inspiring theme: “Peace, Let’s Be Friends!”
ILPAC aims to encourage young people—especially children and teenagers—to express their vision of a peaceful world through creative artwork. For this year’s edition, participants were invited to visually interpret the question: “What can I or we do to achieve peace?”
With great enthusiasm, the young participants illustrated their hopes and dreams for a conflict-free world. Through vibrant colors and meaningful symbols, they conveyed messages of friendship, unity, and cross-cultural cooperation.
“This competition is not just about winning. It’s about giving children the courage to dream and the platform to share messages of peace with the world,” said one of the organizers.
Ahead of the competition, notable women leaders from the Philippines sent video messages to inspire the participants. Among them were Jenny Barzaga, Mayor of Dasmariñas, Cavite, Jeannie N. Sandoval, Mayor of Malabon, and Phanie Teves-Wong, Vice Mayor of Muntinlupa.
They praised the children’s passion and reminded them that the voices of peace must continue to be heard—especially from the younger generation.
Professional Judges from Two Nations
The competition was evaluated by a panel of distinguished judges from both Indonesia and the Philippines:
Judges from the Philippines:
- Reynante Concepcion Carandang – A visual artist from Tuy, Batangas, and operator of the Creation Art Gallery and Studio. He has received numerous awards in both the U.S. and the Philippines.
- Ayana Jane B. Encarnacion – Winner of the 2024 GKK Day Poster Competition and founder of “Artworks by Angel Encarnacion”.
- Thea Elizaga – A psychology student at the University of Mindanao with a strong background in art competitions and community involvement.
Judges from Indonesia:
- Supriyanto (Sentot Season) – Cultural arts teacher and advisor to the Kali Kedawung community; member of the Creative Economy Council of Salatiga and the Sculptors Association.
- Ni Ketut Ayu Sri Wardani – A renowned female painter and dancer based in Bandung, with exhibitions in Australia, the U.S., and the Philippines.
- Devvi Kurniawati Wijaya – A visual arts teacher and ILPAC judge since the second edition, also recognized for her award-winning educational videos.
Crysthel, Secretary-General of IWPG Manila, expressed her gratitude to the judges “Thank you for playing a vital role in amplifying the voice of peace through art. Your judgment will significantly contribute to spreading the values of peace.”
ILPAC is an initiative of the International Women’s Peace Group (IWPG), a non-governmental organization with special consultative status at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and registered with the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC). Headquartered in Seoul, Republic of Korea, IWPG operates 115 branches across 122 countries. (AT Network)
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