PHILIPSBURG:--- The Lions Club of Sint Maarten proudly announces the winners of the 2025–2026 Lions International Peace Poster Competition, held for participating schools on the Dutch side of the island. This year’s global theme, “Together As One,” encouraged young artists ages 11–13 to explore unity, diversity, and the power of collective strength. Students responded with exceptional creativity, offering powerful visual interpretations of what it means to stand together as one people.
After a detailed judging process, first place was awarded to Fang Yu Cai, age 13, of Learning Unlimited Preparatory School, for her richly detailed artwork featuring the Earth surrounded by international flags, human profiles, planets, and chains of people holding hands. Her piece beautifully symbolizes global harmony and the interconnectedness of all cultures, illustrating how humanity can truly move Together As One.
Second place was awarded to Niti Ramchandani of St. Joseph School (Group 8), whose bold and vibrant poster incorporates strong black hands, Caribbean flags, and an infinity chain of figures to symbolize continuous unity. At the center of her artwork sits St. Maarten, deliberately placed at the heart of the world — a powerful statement that our island stands as a beacon of connection and togetherness, reminding us that even a small nation plays a meaningful role in uniting people Together As One.
Third place went to Adira Faudoas, age 13, of Charlotte Brookson Academy, for her imaginative depiction of an angelic figure with the Earth as its head, reaching toward a glowing heart. The multicolored patterns on the angel’s arms represent the diverse people of the world, emphasizing that all humanity forms part of one global family. Her artwork reflects love, hope, and the beauty of coming Together As One.
The Prize Giving Ceremony was held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, where families, teachers, and Lions Club members joined to celebrate the talented students and their inspiring work. The Lions Club expresses deep appreciation to the participating schools, art teachers, and parents across the Dutch side of Sint Maarten for supporting this meaningful youth initiative.
Lions Club President Lion Alvin Prescod shared his remarks: “The Peace Poster Competition reminds us that when we uplift our youth, we encourage a future built on unity, understanding, and hope. The theme ‘Together As One’ was clearly and beautifully reflected in the creativity of our students. Their artwork fills us with pride and reinforces the vital role unity plays not only here on our island, but across the world.”
For nearly four decades, the Lions International Peace Poster Contest has inspired hundreds of thousands of students around the globe to express their understanding of peace through art. The Lions Club of Sint Maarten remains committed to continuing this tradition, giving young people a platform to express themselves, dream boldly, and imagine a more peaceful world — together, as one.
