📚2025 Equator Literary Award Contest Announcement
The Korean Writers Association Indonesia Branch is holding this contest to discover new writers and continue the legacy of Korean literature.
This contest has established itself as a gateway for new writers, and we look forward to the participation of many talented individuals.
🏆Prize Details
- Grand Prize: 1 person – 10 million rupiah
- Excellence Award: 3 people – 5 million rupiah each (1 person per category)
- Merit Award: 3 people – 3 million rupiah each (1 person per category)
- Encouragement Award: 3 people – 2 million rupiah each (1 person per category)
📝Eligibility
- Any adult residing in Indonesia or Southeast Asia who is an unpublished new writer.
✍️Categories
- Poetry, Fiction, Essay (Free theme for all categories)
📋Submission Method and Length
- Poetry: 3 or more poems, free length
- Essay: 2 essays, A4 size, 2 pages (11pt font)
- Short Story: 1 story, approximately 10,000 characters
📅Contest Period and Submission Method
🎉Benefits
- The Grand Prize winner will be treated as a debut author.
- All winning authors will be granted membership in the Korean Writers Association Indonesia Branch.
📅Announcement of Winners and Awards Ceremony
- Announcement of Winners: Late August 2025
- Awards Ceremony**: November (separate announcement)
⚠️Notes**
- Submissions must be **original, unpublished works**.
- Plagiarism or copyright disputes may result in disqualification.
- Please include your **address and contact information** separately with your submission.
- Copyright for winning entries will be jointly owned by the author and the Korean Writers Association Indonesia Branch.
📞Contact Information
- Korean Writers Association Indonesia Branch Secretariat
- Phone: +62831 1513 8818, +62819 3117 3661
This contest is a great opportunity for new writers. We look forward to your participation! If you are ready to unleash your literary passion, apply now!
