👤 The organizers of the 2nd Kaktus Cartoon Award 2025, held in Austria under the theme "The Solution" have officially announced the distinguished members of this year’s independent jury, the panel brings together leading figures from the fields of cartoon art, visual culture, law, and philosophy.
Jury of the 2nd Kaktus Cartoon Award:
• Gerhard Haderer: Cartoonist & Founder of Schule des Ungehorsams.
• Martin Sonntag: Director, Caricatura Museum Frankfurt.
• Eva Jandl-Jörg: Director, Wilhelm Busch Museum, Hanover.
• KAK: Cartoonist & President, Cartooning for Peace.
• Gottfried Gusenbauer: Director, Karikaturmuseum Krems & Founder, nextcomic Festival.
• Wilhelm Bergthaler: Dean, Faculty of Law, JKU Linz.
• Lisz Hirn: Philosopher, Author & Lecturer.
• Robert Fucik: Former Judge & Lecturer.
• Ina Loitzl: Video & Textile Artist.
🎭 The jury will now select the 40 best cartoons for the official shortlist. Selected artists will be notified via email.
📅 The Award Ceremony & Exhibition Opening will take place on October 15, 2025.
🙏 The organizers thank all the artists worldwide who submitted their works, enriching the competition with creativity, diversity, and powerful messages.