History is humanity's shared river of memory, while peace is the eternal pursuit of civilization. In today's era of globalization, we understand more than ever that peace is not merely an accidental gift of history but a deliberate choice of human reason. It is not a temporary ceasefire but rather a fundamental guarantee for the continuation of civilization. Every page written in history lays the foundation for a peaceful future. Every act of peace imbues history with new meaning.
Nanjing is a city steeped in a millennium of cultural heritage, embodying the spirit of peace. It has withstood the ravages of war while embracing the dawn of hope. From the rain-soaked eras of the Six Dynasties to the traumas of modern times and from painful memories to heartfelt declarations of peace, Nanjing embodies the profound philosophy of "learning from the past to warn future generations." The Nanjing International Biennial of Posters for Peace takes root here, using visuals to transform historical inspirations into a language for the future. Posters are more than just narratives of images; they relay civilization, capturing fragments of memory and reflecting the light of truth. They transcend the boundaries of time and space, weaving a shared ideal.
History is not a static inscription but a flowing river. Its value lies not only in preserving the past, but also in inspiring new beginnings. This year's biennial, themed "History Illuminates the Future," invites global creators from around the world to explore the dialogue between past and future through the power of imagery, collectively "designing for peace." Through the medium of posters, we aim to commemorate the invaluable lessons of history and articulate a vision of peace. These artworks highlight the cultural and artistic power that drives the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.
Design for Peace, Act for the Future.
Sponsors
Jiangsu International Cultural Exchange Association
Nanjing International Cultural Exchange Association
Organizers
The Memorial Hall for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders
Nanjing University of the Arts
Co-organizers
The Institute of Nanjing Massacre History and International Peace
School of Design，NUA
International Centre for Peace Art
Support
International Cities of Peace
Nanjing Peace Forum Organizing Committee
Special Support
People’s Daily New Media
Participation
Candidates: Professional designers, students, faculty members, artists and design institutions worldwide are welcome to participate.
Deadline: 24:00 on July 30, 2025 (Beijing time)
Theme
History Illuminates the Future
The theme is provided for creative reference only and will not be used for categorization during the review process. All posters featuring a peace-related theme are acceptable.
Entry Rules
1. Participation is free.
2. All posters must have been created after 2023 (AI-generated posters must be clearly labeled).
3. Two rounds of review will be conducted. Shortlisted designers will be required to submit either digitally printed posters (the Organizing Committee is responsible for printing) or physical works upon receiving an email notification to participate in the final review. A panel of international judges will select the finalist and winner in early August.
4. A combination of online voting and expert review results will determine the Public Award.
Submission of works
Submission
1. Requirements for E-copy of Static posters: 700x1000px（Vertical version），JPG file format, 72dpi resolution, RGB mode, each uploaded picture is no bigger than 2 mega bytes.
2. Requirements for E-copy of Moving posters: the duration should be between 5 to 10 seconds，and the suggested ratio is 7:10（Vertical version），MP4 file format（h.264）, the resolution is not less than 1080pixel, each uploaded picture is no bigger than 30 mega bytes. Alternatively a Youtube or Vimeo link can be provided.
3. All candidates must log in to the Nanjing International Biennial of Posters for Peace submission platform. Please follow the steps below: