Logo competition launched for trafficking in persons unit

In an effort to raise awareness and improve the branding of the Counter Trafficking in Persons (C-TIP) Unit, the Human Services and Social Security Ministry on Thursday launched a logo competition for artists and graphic designers countrywide.

Human Services and Social Security Minister, Dr Vindhya Persaud urged creatives to sign up and share their designs.
“Trafficking in Persons is considered modern day slavery; the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has embarked on a concerted and comprehensive programme to tackle Trafficking in Persons across the country. We want people to be aware of this scourge, we want people to report instances of trafficking.
“Trafficking in Persons, in instances, can be right in front of your eyes and yet it is not apparent to you, so by looking at how we can interface better with you, by developing a logo that is easily identifiable from you and your perspective, we would like to create that nexus between the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security and the public, you, the people, so that together we can combat the worst effects of trafficking which really steals the life of a person,” she said.
The competition is not limited to any age but will require entrants to submit their artwork digitally in JPEG or PNG format no smaller than 1000×1000 pixels. Entries could be submitted via email at [email protected] with subject clearly named “C-TIP logo competition” and the body including the applicant’s full name, age, address, contact information, and a description of the piece.
According to C-TIP Coordinator Tanisha Williams-Corbin, “The logo competition provides a great opportunity for the general populace to join in the fight against human trafficking from a safe space. It provides the opportunity for Guyanese to showcase their creative skills and present a culturally- diverse logo to represent Guyana’s efforts in combating human trafficking.”
The competition will run from June 30 until July 15 with a trip for two to Kaieteur Falls up for grabs. A hybrid system will be used to select the winner of the competition, including a panel from the Ministry.