The Social Fiction Design Competition invites visionaries and dreamers all over the world with a knack for creative writing to share how they wish to see the world and the lives of young people in the year 2050.
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The Social Fiction Design Competition is an international creative writing competition offering participants the opportunity to win a grand prize of USD $10,000.
In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
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Social Fiction Design Competition Abstract
- Host: Yunus Centre
- Category: Â CompetitionsÂ
- Benefits:
- $10,000 cash prize
- International recognition
- Global exposure
- Creative portfolio development
- Networking opportunities
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Deadline: May 31, 2026
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Yunus Centre Competition 2026 Details
The Social Fiction Design Competition (SFDC) 2026 is a prestigious global initiative offering a USD $10,000 grand prize for creative thinkers who can envision a world free from social and environmental injustices. Organized jointly by the Yunus Centre and YY Ventures, the competition tasks participants with imagining the daily life of a young person in the year 2050 under the framework of a “World of Three Zeros”
The Social Fiction Design Competition invites visionaries and dreamers all over the world with a knack for creative writing to share how they wish to see the world and the lives of young people in the year 2050.
This is a global platform encouraging Social Fiction to imagine a world we want to live in, a world free of social and environmental injustices that plague our communities. And it all starts with our imagination
Social Fiction Design Competition 2026 Benefits
The Social Fiction Design Competition offers the following benefits;
- $10,000 cash prize
- International recognition
- Global exposure
- Creative portfolio development
- Networking opportunities
- Participation in global innovation conversations
- Recognition as a future-focused storyteller
Fiction Format for Yunus Centre Competition
The entries will be accepted in the following format
- Written stories / essays (1000 words)
- Short films / video stories
- Reels / short-form video content
- Animation (2D / 3D / motion graphics)
- Photography series
- Digital illustrations / artwork
- Paintings / visual art
- Graphic novels / comics
- Audio storytelling / podcasts / spoken word
- Interactive media (web-based storytelling, digital experiences)
Yunus Centre Competition Requirements
To be eligible for the Yunus Centre Competition, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Be one of the following:Students
- Writers
- Entrepreneurs
- Researchers
- Activists
- Professionals
- Young changemakers
- There is no age requirements
- No geographical limitations
- Participation is completely free
- Multiple submissions are not allowed
- Create a Social Fiction that takes us on a journey into the world of 2050.
- You can submit your Social Fiction in any of the following format
- Address one or more of the goals of building a World of Three Zeros: Zero Net Carbon Emissions, Zero Wealth Concentration to End Poverty, Zero Unemployment by Unleashing Entrepreneurship for All.
- Tell us how key players in the government, corporate houses, educational institutions, local businesses and/or community members are contributing to this new world.
Entries Submission Requirements for Yunus Centre Competition
While submitting entries for the Yunus Centre Competition 2026, you will be required to submit following these requirements;
- Submit an original Social Fiction story
- Write between 1,000 and 5,000 words
- Follow the official competition theme
- Submit entries in English
- Complete the online application form
How To Apply for Social Fiction Design Competition 2026
To apply for the Social Fiction Design Competition 2026, follow the instructions we have outlined below;Â
- Read the information we have provided on this webpage and ensure your eligibility
- Fill out the official submission form
- Upload their Social Fiction story
- Submit before the deadline
Begin your application by clicking on the button below.
Deadline: May 31st, 2026
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