Lets put in a bit of context…

Groundwater is the main source of freshwater for islands like those in Macaronesia, but it’s limited and vulnerable to climate change. These regions face unique challenges due to their isolation, small-scale water providers, and limited resources for managing groundwater.

To address this, the GENESIS Video Contest invites young people to share local knowledge and innovative ideas.
The contest highlights nature-based solutions such as:

• Native forests that help water infiltrate the ground,
• Dry galleries and underground dams for water storage,
• Rainwater harvesting,
• Wetland restoration to clean and store water.

These approaches aim to protect and recharge groundwater, ensuring sustainable water use for daily life and ecosystems.

Video Guidelines

Topics and ideas

“Protecting the Water: How does Nature Help Save Groundwater in a Changing Climate?” 

• What is groundwater, and why is it important in your region? 
• How does climate change on your island affect underground water? 
• How do trees and plants help keep water in the ground? 
• What is one real-life example of a nature-based solution used in your region or country? 
• What can we do in our community to take care of our groundwater? 
• How would life be without the resources of underground water? 

How to participate

Participants should prepare and submit the following: 

1. The video file 
2. A title and short description (max 100 words) 
3. Signed Privacy Policy and Statement of Consent – All underage participants need to have a statement of consent signed by their parents or legal guardians.
4. Transcript if the video has no english subtitles.

To participate, you must be a resident of the Macaronesia region.
Deadline for submissions: 23 December 2025

Submissions must be sent through this form:

Prizes and Recognition

Three video winners from different participants will be selected; for each video they will receive certificates, recognition on social media, and an Amazon gift card:

• First prize: 150 € 
• Second prize: 100 € 
• Third prize: 75 € 

*Please, note that each prize is given to one video, meaning that if the video is submitted in a group, only one gift card will be given to the whole group.  

Winning videos may be used for dissemination purposes on GENESIS project and may also be featured in campaigns, conferences, or online platforms related to groundwater and sustainable development.
The judging criteria are mainly based on the originality of the video and creativity together with the explanation and presentation of the topic.