Are you ready to make a difference and showcase your creative talents? We, the HoFH community under the umbrella of FH Europe Foundation, call on all artists, designers, and creative enthusiasts from all walks of life to participate in our exciting logo competition for HoFH Awareness Day!
Whether you're a seasoned designer or simply passionate about raising awareness or drawing and telling a good story with your art, this is your chance to be part of something special. Read on to learn how you can save lives and unite a global community of individuals and their relatives living with a rare disease.
What is HoFH? HoFH is a rare genetic condition that affects individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life. It's characterized by dangerously high levels of LDL cholesterol, leading to an increased risk of premature cardiovascular disease. Despite its rarity, HoFH can have a profound impact on individuals and families, making awareness and support crucial. HoFH is a genetic condition, when a child inherits a copy of the same FH-causing gene from both parents. Although it is very severe and rare, it can be treater effectively. Yet, awareness, diagnosis and equitable access to medication is a serious issue leaving many at a risk of heart attacks and even death very early in childhood.
Why a Logo Competition? Why engaging the Public? We believe that raising awareness starts with a powerful symbol that resonates with people from all walks of life. That's why we're inviting YOU to design the official logo for HoFH Awareness Day! Your design will serve as a beacon of hope, unity, and support for those affected by HoFH, while also raising awareness in the wider community and helping prevent the preventable.
One Galaxy, One Heart: Unite for HoFH Awareness!
How to Participate:
- Design Criteria: Your logo should capture the spirit of unity, resilience, and hope in the face of HoFH. Whether you're inspired by art, nature, or your own experiences, let your creativity shine! There are no limits to what you can create – the sky's the limit!
- Submission Guidelines: Submit your logo design in JPEG or PNG format via the form online by September 24th, 2024 (FH Awareness Day). Don't forget to include your name, age (if under 18), and a brief description of the story behind the visual.
- Spread the Word: Share the competition with your friends, family, and social networks! Encourage others to participate and join the movement to raise awareness for HoFH.
- Judging Process: A panel of international judges will review all submissions and select the winning design based on creativity, originality, and relevance to the theme.
- Recognition: The winner of the logo competition will be announced on November 9th, 2024 at the FH Europe Foundation Annual Network Meeting, along with recognition on FH Europe Foundation's website, social media channels, and promotional materials.
Your design will become the official logo for HoFH Awareness Day, leaving a lasting impact on the global community.
For inspiration, hear the stories from some our ambassadors on our HoFH webpage
Important dates:
Meet the Jury:
Chyrel Lichaa (Read bio)
HoFH Patient Ambassador
Lebanon
Prof. Albert Wiegman (Read bio)
Paediatrician
The Netherlands
Prof. Marina Cuchel (Read bio)
Researcher
USA
Mateusz Szwachta (Read bio)
EAS Communication & Community Manager
Sweeden
Sara Otter (Read bio)
FHEF Artistic Ambassador
UK
Marc Salloum (Read bio)
HoFH Patient Ambassador
Lebanon
Kristýna Čillíková (Read bio)
Vice Chair CAKO
Czech Republic
Don't miss your chance to be part of something meaningful and make a difference in the fight against a rare and severe cardiovascular disease. Join us in raising awareness, promoting unity, and empowering individuals and families affected by HoFH. Together, we can create a brighter future for all.
For more information and updates, visit www.fhef.org, follow #Unite4HoFH or contact us at chyrel@fheurope.org .
Get creative, get involved, and let's unite for HoFH awareness!
Why we want to include the public?
- Community Engagement: By involving the public in the logo design process, we can engage a wider audience, including individuals affected by both forms of Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia, their families, healthcare professionals, and the general public. This engagement fosters a sense of community and ownership among stakeholders.
- Awareness and Visibility: A logo competition generates buzz and increases visibility for our community and our mission to raise awareness about HoFH. We trust it will attract media attention, spark conversations on social media platforms, and draw people's interest to learn more about the condition.
- Creativity and Innovation: Opening the competition to the public allows for a diverse range of creative ideas and perspectives. This can lead to innovative and impactful logo designs that effectively communicate the message of HoFH awareness and advocacy.
- Inclusivity: We know public competitions promote inclusivity by giving everyone an equal opportunity to participate, regardless of their background or expertise. Through this inclusive approach we allow for diverse voices to be heard and represented in the design process.
- Crowdsourcing Talent: By tapping into the creativity and talent of the galaxy, we can access a wide pool of professional designers and artists as well as enthusiasts – young and senior - who may offer fresh and unique perspectives. This crowdsourcing approach will surely result in logo designs that resonate with a broad audience.
- Building a Sense of Ownership: When individuals contribute to the creation of a logo through a public competition, they develop a sense of ownership and pride in the organization and its mission. This is why we trust it will lead to increased support and engagement from participants and their networks from the around the world!
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