The Science without Borders® Challenge, an international art competition for primary and secondary school students, is created to get students and teachers interested in ocean conservation through various forms of art. The Challenge engages students to promote the need to preserve, protect, and restore the world’s oceans and aquatic resources, and inspires them to be creative while learning about important ocean conservation issues.

Everything You Need to Know About the 2027 Science Without Borders® Challenge
Are you ready to combine your creativity with ocean science?
The 15th Annual Science Without Borders® Challenge is now open! Whether you’re participating for the first time or returning for another year, this guide will help you get started.
This year’s theme, Navigate With Care, invites students to explore how responsible navigation helps protect both people and life in the ocean. Through your artwork, you can compete for scholarships and international recognition while inspiring others to protect both people and life in the ocean.
