To promote the high-quality development of soil and water conservation work, IRTCES and China Society of Soil and Water Conservation jointly organized the "' Harmony Between Humanity and Green Mountains' Soil and Water Conservation Short Video Creation Competition", which is now soliciting videos from the whole society.

I. Organizational Structure

Guided by:

Soil and Water Conservation Department, the Ministry of Water Resources

Sponsored by:

China Society of Soil and Water Conservation

International Research and Training Center on Erosion and Sedimentation

Co-organized by:

China Water Resources and Hydropower Publishing & Media Group Co., Ltd.

Beijing Zhongshui Media Culture Co., Ltd.

Co-sponsored by:

World Association of Soil and Water Conservation

Social Service and Comprehensive Research Department, Beijing Forestry University

China Association of Forestry Education

National Nature Reserve Research Center, National Forestry and Grassland Administration

National Youth Eco-civilization Education Center

Media Supported by:

Douyin (TikTok) Short Video

Kexue China (Science Popularization)

China Water Resources Official Account

China Soil and Water Conservation Society Official Account

China Water Resources and Hydropower Publishing Official Account

 

II. Participation Scope

The activity is open to all sectors of society, including government agencies, research institutions, enterprises, associations, teams, and individuals.

 

III. Participation Method

From October 16, 2023, to December 31, 2023, participants are required to create and post short videos on the Douyin (TikTok) APP. The process includes:

Account Setup: Download the Douyin (TikTok) APP and complete registration.

Video Production: Follow the characteristics of short video dissemination, encouraging innovative content.

Video Upload: Post the edited video to your Douyin account. Add the hashtags #SoilAndWaterConservation and the work title (e.g., #SoilAndWaterConservation + Li Village Story) in the caption.

Submission: Upload the video to Douyin (TikTok) and simultaneously submit it to the “Yizhengping” website (https://stbc.1zp.top) with relevant registration information.

 

IV. Work Requirements

Theme: “Harmony Between Humanity and Green Mountains” aims to raise public awareness of “protecting water and soil resources and preventing soil erosion.”

Content Categories:

(1) Soil and Water Conservation Knowledge: Basic principles and scientific popularization.

(2) Case Law Interpretation: Promote the Soil and Water Conservation Law through typical cases.

(3) Local Stories: Highlight environmental governance achievements, showcasing soil erosion control progress since the founding of New China, especially over the past decade.

Format: High-definition MP4.

Duration: Within 3 minutes (invalid if exceeded).

Production: Mobile or computer software may be used. No software watermarks are allowed.

 

V. Awards

1st Prize (3 winners, CNY 3,000 each)

2nd Prize (5 winners, CNY 2,000 each)

3rd Prize (10 winners, CNY 1,000 each)

Honorable Mentions and Outstanding Organization Awards (with certificates).

 

VI. Review Criteria

A review committee composed of film experts, soil and water conservation specialists, and media professionals will evaluate submissions.

 

VII. Timeline

Phase 1 (October 16, 2023 – December 31, 2023): Work collection.

Phase 2 (January 1, 2024 – February 28, 2024): Preliminary, secondary, and final reviews.

Phase 3 (March 2024): Announce winners

 

VIII. Participation Guidelines

Submitted works must be original, comply with national laws, and avoid political, religious, or harmful content.

Participants retain copyright but grant organizers non-exclusive rights to use works for promotion, including broadcasting, editing, and derivative content.

The organizing committee will contact winners via Douyin (TikTok). Unsuccessful applicants will not be notified.

By submitting works, participants agree to these terms.

The organizing committee reserves final interpretation rights.