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International Children’s Painting Competition

Where can you find a global social program that unites art, science and education? Look no further than the 19th International Children’s Painting Competition, an annual event sponsored by Bayer Corporation, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Nikon Corporation.

World Environment Day in Toronto sets the stage for this year’s exciting competition, and the theme "Life in the Forest". Children between the ages of six and 14-years-old are invited to illustrate their personal views on this theme. Also, On June 6, 2011, Bayer will sponsor youth programs at Toronto's Evergreen Brick Works environmental education center. The programs will include the opening of a special exhibition of the ICPC, which will feature artworks created by Canadian and American students.

“There are many ways for today’s children to learn about the environment and the world they will be inheriting sooner rather than later,” said Amy Fraenkel, Director of UNEP's Regional Office for North America. “Our partnership with Bayer Corporation in North America is helping us to create a global community of young environmental stewards who will take what they learn and begin using it in very concrete ways.”

2011 marks Bayer’s 8th year as sponsor.

“At Bayer, two of our key corporate social responsibility goals are to help today's students become science literate and more environmentally aware. Art is a powerful tool that, by harnessing children’s creativity, can help us accomplish both goals,” said Greg Babe, President and CEO of Bayer Corporation. “Through our partnership with the UNEP, we’re able to reach students who may not be inclined to study science, encourage them to learn more about environmental issues and then provide them with an opportunity to community.”

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