AJA Design Competition 2026–2027

Submit two original jewellery designs, with a separate application for each.

Application fee: USD 100 per design.

Application deadline: December 7, 2026.

Judging period: December 14–20, 2026.

Winners announced: January 15, 2027.

Previous participants who were not selected may apply again with new designs.

Five winners will have their two designs showcased at GemGenève, the International Gem & Jewellery Show, in Geneva, Switzerland, May 11–14, 2027.

Winners must complete their designs and attend the event in person.

AJA thanks GemGenève for supporting opportunities to present Armenian jewellery talent on the international stage.

Five winners will be selected, and each winner’s two designs will be showcased at GemGenève, the International Gem & Jewellery Show, in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 11–14, 2027.

All five winners are required to complete their winning designs and attend GemGenève in person.

AJA is grateful to GemGenève for its continued support and partnership in creating opportunities to showcase Armenian jewellery talent internationally.

In addition to the five winners, AJA will present one Special Recognition Award to an outstanding participant. The recipient will receive an official certificate and a feature on AJA’s website and social media channels.

Before applying, participants should review the official Terms & Conditions for full eligibility requirements, competition rules, and application details.