OCBC TSYF Creator Challenge

Deliver powerful and effective messages about sustainability through interactive activities.

What is

OCBC TSYF Creator Challenge?

The TSYF Challenge Creator category gives primary school students a platform to design engaging and interactive booth activities that communicate impactful sustainability messages. Selected student teams will be provided a booth space at TSYF 2026 on 15th May 2026.

Interactive Booth Activities

Design engaging and interactive booth activities that communicate impactful sustainability messages.

Primary School Participants

The Creator category is for primary school students in Singapore.

FESTIVAL SHOWCASE

Selected student teams will receive booth space at TSYF 2026 on the 15th of May .

What do we need to submit?

To enter the challenge teams need to submit both of the following:

1. Picture & Document Submission

Submit supporting materials that showcase your booth concept, design and interactive activities.

Your submission should include

Mock-up Booth Photos: Photos of your team’s booth setup showing the overall concept and visitor experience.

Booth Materials: Softcopies of materials used in the booth or activities, such as posters, game boards, worksheets or activity guides (where applicable).

2. Video Submission

Create a video (Max 20 minutes.) demonstrating your sustainability booth, explaining the challenge it addresses and how visitors will engage with it.

Introduction to the Sustainability Challenge

Explain the sustainability topic your booth addresses.

Share why it matters and why your team chose it.

Booth Activity Demonstration

Demonstrate how your booth operates.

Highlight the interactive and engaging elements.

Explain how participants learn about sustainability concepts and the Singapore Green Plan.

Show how your booth makes complex topics accessible and memorable.

What is the expected submission?

To help you prepare your submission, please ensure your booth aligns with the following expectations.

Green Plan Alignment

Each team’s submission must align with one or more of the Singapore Green Plan pillars:
- City in Nature
- Energy Reset
- Green Economy
- Resilient Future
- Sustainable Living

Use recycled or upcycled materials for booth props and posters to demonstrate sustainability and creativity is strongly encouraged.

Booth Experience

Your activity should:
- Be hands-on and interactive
- Encourage visitors to learn by doing
- Raise awareness of sustainability and the Singapore Green Plan
- Be fun and engaging

Suggested Booth Flow

Your video submission should follow this recommended structure:
1. Booth and team introduction - 5 minutes
2. Interactive Activity - 15 minutes
3. Key takeaway and/or Q&A sessions with festival participants - 5 minutes

How do we win?

Booths are evaluated using a scoring rubric that measures clarity of message, creativity and originality, and quality of presentation.

Clarity of Message and Relevance to Sustainability

50%
  • Evaluate how clearly the booth communicates its sustainability message and alignment with the Singapore Green Plan. Consider whether the issue is explained in a simple, engaging way and whether visitors can easily understand the intended takeaway

Creativity and Originality

30%
  • Assess the originality of the booth concept and the use of interactive elements.
  • Consider how the activities spark curiosity, encourage participation, and help the audience gain a deeper understanding of sustainability in a fun and memorable way.

Quality of Presentation

20%
  • Evaluate the overall quality of the booth setup and flow of activities. Consider how well the presentation captures and maintains the audience’s attention, and whether the information is organised and delivered in a clear, engaging manner.

What is the timeline like?

Here's an overview of key dates for the OCBC TSYF Challenge. Mark your calendar and start planning your journey!

30th September 2025

Registration open

23rd March 2026

Project Submissions Open for OCBC TSYF Challenge

By 5th April 23:59 (SGT)

Deadline for Submission of Projects for OCBC TSYF Challenge

Mid-April to Early May

OCBC TSYF Challenge Project Screening by Selection Committee and Shortlisting of Finalists

15th May 2026

OCBC TSYF Challenge Finals and Festival day

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