We’re excited to invite our community to participate in an inspiring design event for Amaze’s Hoodie Up 2025 campaign!
What is Amaze’s Hoodie Up event about?
Every April, Amaze celebrates World Autism Month with our Hoodie Up campaign. This annual event aims to celebrate and uplift the Autistic community while promoting understanding, acceptance, and inclusion in society.
Why do you have a theme this year?
For the first time, we’ve introduced a theme to the Hoodie Up campaign to provide a more focused and meaningful celebration of Autistic identity. The 2025 theme, “My Positive Autistic Identity,” was chosen to empower and uplift the Autistic community by highlighting the strength, uniqueness, and pride of being Autistic.
Why are we running a Design Event this year?
This year, we’re excited to host a community-driven design event to select the graphic for our 2025 merchandise. The event is an opportunity for individuals to express, reflect, and celebrate what positive Autistic identity means to them. It’s about celebrating neurodiversity, fostering pride, and creating a space where every Autistic person can feel seen, respected, and valued. Our goal is to select a design that captures the strength, individuality, and pride of being Autistic – celebrating everything that makes our community unique!
What size should my design be?
The design should be no larger than A4 size (210 x 297mm).
Are there any design elements that I need to include?
The design must be your own original work, created either individually or in collaboration with others. The design should align with the campaign theme. You may use generative AI tools for assistance, but the final design must be your own creation.
How will my design be used?
The chosen design will be used as part of the Hoodie Up campaign, including on our hoodies, other merchandise, and across our social media platforms.
Can I enter more than once?
Only one design submission per person is allowed.
I have a friend or family member who works at Amaze. Can I still enter?
Yes, anyone who is an Australian resident and is a member of the Autistic community (as an Autistic person, or a family member or carer of an Autistic person) may submit a design. Employees, family, or friends of Amaze can enter but will not participate in the design selection process.
What format does my submission need to be in?
The file design format should be one of the following: .bmp, .jpg, .jpeg, or .png, and the file size should be up to 30MB.
How will the successful design be selected?
There will be one design chosen for the campaign. The final selection will be made by Amaze, although we may consult with the autism community as part of the decision-making process.
What will my data be used for?
Your data will be used only for this design campaign. We do not sell or share any personal data. Once the campaign concludes, we will not retain your information without your prior consent.
Is there an age limit for participants?
No, there is no age limit for participation.
Does my work need to be original?
Yes, the design must be original.
I have a question that hasn’t been answered in these FAQs.
Please contact us at [email protected] for any additional questions.