” Put pen to paper or keyboard to work!!” Compose a poem or a song in preparation for the United Nations International Year of Women Farmers in 2026. Launch of a unique initiative to highlight women farmers as entrepreneurs for a more sustainable world

A unique initiative is being launched in the run-up to 2026, which the United Nations has declared the International Year of Women Farmers, with the launch by COLEAD and partners of a global poetry and song competition. The event aims to celebrate the essential role of women farmers in food security, rural development and resilience to climate change.

A showcase for creativity and recognition

The competition will be held in a spirit of cultural exchange and international recognition. It invites poets and musicians from around the world to submit original works that highlight the contributions of women in agriculture. Through their stories, songs and verses, participants will tell the inspiring stories of women who are feeding the planet and ensuring sustainable development.

Objectives of the competition

• Raise awareness: To highlight the importance of women farmers in reducing hunger and promoting sustainable development.
• Celebrate: Celebrate their dedication and leadership in the sustainable development of global agriculture.
• Unite: Create a global platform to share experiences, cultures and values around a common vision for a better, fairer world.

Official launch date 1 March 2025

The competition will be open to everyone, regardless of age or geographical location, from 1 March 2026. Participants can submit their work in one of the following categories

• Poetry: Original free verse or regular verse that celebrates women farmers as entrepreneurs of a sustainable world.
• Song: Original song lyrics or musical compositions celebrating women farmers as entrepreneurs of a sustainable world.

A jury of experts in agriculture, the arts and communications will judge the entries on the basis of originality, relevance and impact.

Prizes and recognition

Winners will receive special prizes and the opportunity to showcase their work at international events in 2026. Winning entries will be broadcast on global platforms, giving their authors exceptional visibility.

The top 50 poems and songs will be published in a book.

Why enter?

This competition is a unique opportunity for authors to contribute to a global movement to highlight the essential role of women in agriculture and to promote values of solidarity, diversity and sustainability.

There’s only one step from agriculture to culture!

Let’s celebrate the world’s women farmers and their invaluable contributions together!

To find out more about how to enter and the full rules,

stay tuned to our communication channels over the coming days and weeks.