CSC Terms and Conditions

Contest Terms & Conditions

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1, Deadline: Entries close at 11:59pm (NZDT) on 13 July 2025 (Sunday).

 

2. Originality: Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not previously awarded. AI-generated entries will be disqualified.

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3. Language: Entries may be submitted in Te Reo Māori, but must include an English translation.

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4. Intellectual Property: Contestants retain ownership of their submitted ideas but grant Reconnect a non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free license to use, modify, and distribute entries for educational and promotional purposes online, in publications, and in public displays, regardless of whether it wins. Reconnect may include its logo, and credit the author of the material if it is used.

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5. Profit & Commercial Rights: Reconnect does not intend to commercially develop any submitted ideas. However, if any profit is generated as a result of the contest (e.g. through public engagement or future collaboration), all profits will belong to Reconnect and will be used to further charitable purposes. In such cases, we will contact the original author(s) to inform and seek their permission before proceeding. While no payment will be made to the author(s), their idea will contribute to a meaningful cause and support the wellbeing of others.

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6. Liability Waiver: By submitting ideas or materials, contestants declare that they are the original authors and agree to hold Reconnect free from any liability that may arise due to third-party claims over submitted materials.

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7. Parental Consent: Participants under 18 years of age must have a signed parent/ legal guardian consent form to enter the contest. This form must be uploaded along with their submission to validate participation. By signing and uploading the consent form upon submission they must provide authorisation for the reproduction of a photographic image, audio and/or video of a student, and use and reproduction of material created by the student.

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8. Privacy & Data Protection: Personal information will be managed according to the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and only used for contest-related purposes.

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9. Appropriate Content: Submissions must be respectful, inclusive, and free from offensive or discriminatory content. Likewise, language must not be used that violates public order, morals, or good manners.

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10.Judging & Final Decision: Entries will be assessed by the Reconnect judging panel. Judges' decisions are final and they are unable to provide feedback on individual entries. Refer to the marking rubric (link here)

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11. Prize Disclaimer: Participation does not guarantee a prize. Prizes are awarded based on the judging criteria outlined in the selection process.

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12. Public Recognition: Winners agree to have their names and work, as well as their images, showcased in public events and online platforms, without resulting in any obligation with regard to compensation, payment, or remuneration of any kind.

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13. Prize Ceremony: Winners will be announced on our Instagram on 27th July (Sunday, subject to change), following the showcase at Waitakere Library in October (date TBC).

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14. Production & Distribution: Subject to feasibility, winning or suitable entries will be produced in partnership with students and professionals and shared during/ leading up to Mental Health Awareness Week in October.

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15.Restrictions: Reconnect staff, hired consultants, and their immediate family members may not enter the contest.

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For any questions, contact us at team@reconnectnz.org