1. Introduction

 The Ministry of social and family Development is planning to endorse an official logo to brand and market products made persons with disabilities in the Maldives. The logo serves as a brand identity representing small businesses that provide creative opportunities for persons with disabilities.

 2. Objectives of the Logo

 a)      To establish a brand/platform that markets products made by persons with disabilities.

b)      To increase public awareness, recognition, and acceptance of the creative work of persons with disabilities.

c)      To be used in packaging, labeling, and promotional materials of such products and facilitate small businesses for persons with disabilities.

 3. Artist Eligibility criteria

 a)  Must be a Maldivian citizen.

b)  Must be above 18 years of age

c)  Person with a disability must be registered in the Maldives National Disability Registry (NSPA) or be caregivers/guardians of such persons.

d)  The submitted design must be original and reflect the purpose of the objective of the logo.

 4. Logo Design Guidelines

 a) Must be simple, clear, and adaptable to various formats (digital and print).

b) Should reflect Maldivian culture and identity.

c)   Must not contain any imagery sensitive to religion, or nudity.

d)   Must symbolize disability, inclusion, empowerment, and productivity.

e)   It should be versatile to be used in both color and black & white format.

• Designs by Ai will NOT be accepted

 5. Submission Requirements

 a) Logo should be submitted in high-resolution formats.

b)  Final files must include PNG/JPG and vector formats (EPS/SVG).

c)  Artist must submit the following documents with the Logo files:

-   Completed logo submission form (Available in ENGLISH and DHIVEHI format)

-   Copy of National ID card

-   Copy of Disability card (or proof of caregiver/guardian status)

d)      Submissions can be sent via
email: [email protected]  OR
WhatsApp/Viber 7206558

 e)      Submission deadline: 25th September 2025, 23:59

6. Logo Evaluation

 a)  Submissions will be reviewed by a judging panel appointed by the Ministry.

b)  Designs will be evaluated on the following criteria

  Prize and recognition

a)  The winning logo will receive MVR 5,000 and a certificate of recognition by the Ministry.

b)  Once the logo is officially endorsed, the Ministry will reserve the right to make minor modifications to the logo for official use.

8. Key Dates

a) Call out announcement: 20 August 2025

b)  Submission Deadline: 25 September 2025

c)  Selection of Winning Logo: 30 September 2025

d)  Awarding of prize and certification: 05 October 2025

9.  Contact Information

 a) Phone/WhatsApp: 7206558 (during official hours, 08:00–14:00)

b) Ministry hotline: 1433

c)  Email: [email protected]