Depends on the program. The funder sets the rule in each program's guidelines, so check the program a PI is applying to.
What the funder asks of applicants
- In the 2025 New England Spring Conference Post-Conference Writing Contest, the author must write the story entirely. AI-generated content is not allowed. [1]
What is off limits
- In the 2027 Winter Conference portfolio event for illustrators, applicants may not submit artwork created in any part with generative AI. [2]
Rules for reviewers
Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators has published no rules for reviewers.
Where this comes from
The funder's own words, from its own pages.
Post-Conference Writing Contest - 2025 New England Spring Conference (opens in a new tab)
No AI Assistance: Stories must be written entirely by the author. AI-generated content is not allowed.
Portfolio Showcase for Illustrators ($100) (opens in a new tab)
The portfolio you submit must be your own artwork. You may not submit artwork that was created by someone else or that was created in any part using GenAI.
See Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators's 6 open programs
This is a reading of what the funder has published, and it is not legal advice. A solicitation can set its own rule, so read the funding announcement before a PI applies.