Destination Imagination Asia Finals (DIAF) 2025

Asia & Korea Finals 2025

Feb. 17–21, 2025

UCYP University, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

Hosted by Korean Association for School Invention (KASI)

Organized by JD Global Edu. Inc.

Sponsored by

Korea Intellectual Property Office

UCYP University, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

State of Pahang Tourism, Malaysia

The Destination Imagination global community is united by the belief that when students are given the freedom to grow and collaborate without limits, their confidence soars, and new opportunities open up to them. We support this transformation by offering challenges focused on STEAM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) that encourage innovative solutions through the creative process.

We believe every child should have the chance to share their story, showcase their unique creations, and be recognized for their achievements. By experiencing this process of creative expression and affirmation, students develop into more confident and knowledgeable individuals.

This year's DIAF will take place from February 17 to 21 at UCYP University in Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. It will combine the creativity competition for Asian students with the Korean national finals that have been held in South Korea up until now.

DIAF 2025 will be held at UCYP University in Kuantan City, Pahang, Malaysia, a place known for its stunning beaches, forests and modern urban environment

The DI Challenges consist of teams of 2-7 members, where each team will focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics to promote Creativity, Innovation, and Collaboration. – For details about each challenge categories, please refer to “Challenge Categories” on this website.

While participants await their DI challenge practice and presentation schedules, they will have opportunities to build connections through exciting ice-breaking and team-building activities such as Pin Trading, Batik painting, ATV rides in a beautiful beach, jungle trekking, a River Cruise for crocodile spotting, and city tours in Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia.

At the opening and closing ceremonies, K-Pop stars and traditional Malaysian performance groups will put on spectacular shows to highlight our event.

- Host:   Korea Association of School Inventors (KASI)

- Organizers: JD Global Edu Inc.

- Sponsors:

Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO),

Tourism Pahang Malaysia,

University College of Yayasan Pahang (UCYP)

EVENT SCHEDULE

The schedule is subject to change due to local circumstances. Any changes will be announced on the official website: www.dea-meta.org  

Festival of Integrated & Creative Thinking!

Notes :

1) All schedules listed above are subject to change at the organizer's discretion based on the final number of registrations, weather conditions, and availability. Any updates to the itinerary will be posted on this website.

2)  Charter flights are available for a limited number of participants. If the charter flights are fully booked, chartered limousine buses will be arranged as an alternative.

3) All Tour Information will be announced on www.dia-meta.org.

4) Full Payment to be made up to one month before the Event.

Ⅰ Goals of the Event

A. Develop future-oriented creative abilities through problem-solving and teamwork.

B. Promote recognition and development of individual strengths and talents.

C. Cultivate teamwork, collaborative research, and leadership skills.

D. Enhance writing, communication, presentation, and application skills.

Opening & Closing Venue: Pahang Jubli Hall

 DI challenge Venue - UCYP university

Ⅱ Overview

Host: Korea School Invention Association (KASI)

Co-organizer: JD GLOBAL EDU INC.

Sponsors (Tentative):

 - Korean Intellectual Property Office

 - Korean Federation of Teachers' Associations

 - Tourism Pahang Malaysia

 - University College of Yayasan Pahang (UCYP)

1) Korean Student Creativity Olympiad (KSCO) Headquarters

 - Established: December 1992 (approved by the Korean Intellectual Property Office)

 - Location: Suite 801, 116 Sunhwagung-ro, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea

2) Global Creativity Olympiad Headquarters

 - Established: August 1999, Glassboro, New Jersey, USA

 - Location: Destination Imagination, Inc., 1111 S. Union Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ

4. Eligibility and Challenge Levels: Open to Kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school around the world

 - Each Team cannot participate in multiple challenges simultaneously.

5.    Challenge Team Composition and Substitution:

A. Team Size: 5–7 members (team members can be from different schools).

B. Team Manager: Must assign one manager per team (not limited to current teachers but must be 18+).

C. Assistant Manager: Optional (can be under 18).

D. Teams may modify or replace members before the competition:

 - 6–7 members: For teams with 6–7 members, up to 4 members can be replaced or adjusted.

6.  Challenge Categories:

Choose from Challenges A, B, C, D, E, or PO.

Detailed information is available on the "Challenge Categories" on this website.

7.    Each team selects one of the aforementioned challenges and additionally completes an on-site instant challenge presented during the competition.

 -  Instant challenge topic is only available at the appraisal room in the event hall.

Ⅲ  Registration

- Register on-line:  Fill out the Application form (Fill out and download required forms from     www.dia-meta.org. -->  "How to Join"

  · Additional documents: task description, Challenge cost breakdown, self-commitment letter. (on the website)

  · Challenge plan submissions can be updated by Feb. 7, 2025.

- Fee Schedule:  www.dia-meta.org. -->  "How to Join"

Ⅳ Awards and Benefits

1. Appraisals, Evaluations and Awards:

 - Criterion-Based Evaluation.

 - Awards vary by participation levels and performance.

2. Awards:

Award-winning Team are eligilble for the Global Finals in US and NASA Camp.   

Special Recognition:

- All participants receive national representative certificates and participation credentials for the Asia Creativity Olympiad (DIAF).

- Participation Fees - Please refer to "How to Join" on this website.

V Contacts

Please refer to competition guides and regularly check announcements on www.dia-meta.org

Direct inquiries to +82 31.711.8850 /  Email - hymps@naver.com

Challenge Results will be announced on Feb. 28, 2025 on www.dia-meta.org.