ACCM, in partnership with Habibi Please, is thrilled to announce a design competition for a special collection of t-shirts that celebrate and raise awareness around HIV. We’re calling on artists, designers, and creatives from Montreal’s queer, HIV, and ally communities to submit their unique logo or artwork that reflects the spirit of HIV awareness, resilience, and solidarity.
Submission Details:
– Who Can Enter: Artists from all backgrounds are welcome. We encourage entries from those within the queer, HIV, and ally communities.
– Design Format: Submissions can be hand-drawn, digitally illustrated, or created on popular platforms like Canva or Procreate. Designs should be high quality and ready for print.
– Compensation & Recognition: Selected artists will receive 15% of profits from every item sold featuring their design, with 5% of each sale supporting ACCM’s mission to serve individuals living with HIV. Artists will also be highlighted on ACCM and Habibi Please websites, boosting their visibility in the art and ally communities.
About ACCM & Habibi Please.
ACCM (AIDS Community Care Montreal) is Quebec’s leading community-based organization dedicated to supporting individuals living with HIV and promoting sexual health awareness. Serving primarily the anglophone and allophone communities, ACCM provides essential education on HIV prevention, treatment, and support services. Their work aims to empower individuals affected by HIV and hepatitis C through information, resources, and compassionate care.
Habibi Please is a fashion brand and cultural movement founded by members of the Arab/SWANA diaspora. It celebrates the vibrant essence of Arab/SWANA culture, art, and expression, while promoting diversity and inclusion within the community. Beyond fashion, Habibi Please pushes boundaries, embraces boldness, and strives to make a positive impact through initiatives supporting mental health, women-led businesses, and marginalized communities. Their mission is to ignite passion and pride within Arab/SWANA individuals, fostering a deeper connection to their cultural roots.
Design Focus: HIV Awareness We are calling on artists to submit designs for our upcoming t-shirt collection in collaboration with Habibi Please. The theme of the design should center around **HIV awareness**—reflecting the importance of education, prevention, and support for individuals living with HIV. Your artwork should embody solidarity, compassion, and resilience in the face of HIV, as well as highlight the diverse communities that ACCM serves.
Additional Information:
– Winning designs may be featured on t-shirts, bags, or hats, depending on the marketing strategy by Habibi Please.
– Unselected submissions will remain the property of the artist and will not be used or shared, ensuring full respect for intellectual property. This is an exciting opportunity to not only showcase your creative talents but also to make a real difference. Submit your designs via the link provided and be part of a campaign that gives back! Let’s design a future of acceptance, awareness, and change—one t-shirt at a time!