Announcement of 2026 China Soong Ching Ling Foundation "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" Event

Dear young friends,

To promote cultural exchanges and mutual understanding and strengthen friendship among young people around the world, China Soong Ching Ling Foundation is launching its annual flagship program----2026 "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" Event. Teenagers aged 10 to 18 home and abroad are welcome to participate. The arrangements of the Event are as follows:

I. Theme

Bridge of Friendship & Ambassadors of Culture

II. Theme of 2026 Event

My Favorite Chinese Festival(s)

III. Organization

Sponsored by: China Soong Ching Ling Foundation

Supported by: Guangming Online

Organized by: China Soong Ching Ling Science & Culture Center for Young People; China Cultural Centers Overseas; China National Tourist Offices

IV. Eligible Participants

Teenagers aged 10 to 18 (DOB between January 1, 2007, and December 31, 2015) are eligible to participate. Only entries featuring a single individual on camera will be accepted for review.

V. Awards

"Junior Cultural Ambassadors" will be selected and awarded certificates and prizes. Depending on the circumstances, the "Junior Cultural Ambassadors" will be invited to China for an exchange program, with accommodation, meals, and local transportation covered by the sponsor. International travel expenses will be covered by the participants.

Electronic participating certificates will be issued to participants and organizations that do not receive awards.

VI. Entry Requirements

1. Languages

The recommended languages for the video are UN official languages: Chinese, English, French, Russian, Arabic, and Spanish. International youths are encouraged to use Chinese, while Chinese youths are encouraged to use other languages. Extra points will be given to entries that meet the above conditions.

2. Length

The video should be less than 4 minutes. The duration of the self-introduction and ending part of the video should be less than 1 minute, and that of the main body should be no longer than 3 minutes.

3. Contents

(1) Self-introduction

(2) Main body:

Chinese festivals epitomize traditional Chinese culture. During the lantern-decorated vibrant Spring Festival, families gather in warm reunion to savor the New Year's Eve feast; when the Mid-Autumn Festival arrives, the bright full moon hangs high in the night sky, embodying the people's sincere aspirations for togetherness and harmony... These occasions carry profound cultural heritage through solemn rituals and vibrant customs, showcasing the Chinese nation's unique spiritual ethos and cultural charms. Please select your favorite Chinese festival and explore its aspects such as origin, historical evolution, and regional variations, as well as associated legends and records, etc. You may also draw connections or make comparisons between the Chinese festival of your like and any of your home country's festivals, and share relevant reflections highlighting the theme of mutual exchange and learning among cultures and civilizations and that of each showcasing its unique beauty and together creating a world of harmony and a community of shared future. With rich content closely related to the theme, your videos are expected to be well-produced and the story touching and compelling.

(3) Ending part: Please extend your best wishes for the Event.

4. Video Format

The video shall feature clear, stable image quality, complete composition, and synchronized sound and picture. The video should be shot horizontally in uncompressed avi., mov., wmv., mpg, etc., with a resolution of 1920*1080. Unauthorized materials and videos shall not be used, and watermarks, trademarks, and subtitles are not allowed in the video.

VII. Registration

1. A registration port is now available on the web page of the Event. Organizations or individuals are expected to fill in the registration information online and submit videos as required. Submission of the online registration form and entries marks the completion of the registration process. Updated submissions will overwrite previous entries. Other forms of registration are not accepted.

Registration link :https://vote6.gmw.cn/photo-list.html?collection_id=791&weixin_id=

Scan QR code to enter the registration port

2. The deadline for submission is 23:59 on March 31, 2026 (GMT+8, subject to the time of submission on the web page).

3. E-mail: [email protected]

4. Tel.: (+86)010-53935571

VIII. Event Timeline

1. Registration Period: From the date of this announcement to 23:59 on March 31, 2026 (GMT+8, subject to the time of submission on the web page).

2. Nomination period: April - May 2026.

3. Time of offline exchange: June 2026 (tentative).

IX. Others Matters

1. The entries should be consistent with the theme of the Event, featuring positive content. Texts or picture information that may cause any disputes or controversies should be avoided.

2. All entries submitted should be original and with no infringement of the copyright, patent rights, trademark rights, reputation rights, and/or any other legal rights of any third party. In case of any unqualified entry, the organizer has the right to unilaterally cancel qualifications of participation or awards at any point.

3. The submission of a video is deemed an authorization for the organizer to use the content of the video for editing, as well as online and offline promotion and display.

4. Any matters not covered herein will be further announced as necessary. China Soong Ching Ling Foundation reserves the right of final interpretation of this announcement.