Submission FAQs
What is "MyHawiGear, MyStory"
What is "MyHawiGear, MyStory"
This is a user-generated content campaign by Hawi Outdoors. We’re inviting our community to share photos and videos of themselves using Hawi gear — on trails, in towns, in tents, or anywhere in between. One winning entry will be selected at the end of the year for a major prize.
What kind of content can I submit?
What kind of content can I submit?
We welcome:
- Photos or videos (horizontal or vertical)
- Clear, original content showing our products in use
- Outdoor, adventure, travel or active lifestyle themes
How do I submit my entry?
How do I submit my entry?
You can submit through any of the following:
- Google form
- Use Hashtag #MyHawi
- Send via Whatsapp to 0790561113
Can I submit more than one entry?
Can I submit more than one entry?
Yes! You can submit multiple entries. Each one should be original and feature Hawi Gear or Apparel.
What could I win?
What could I win?
- The prizes range from:
- Shopping vouchers for our gear worth from Sh. 1000 to Sh. 30,000
- A full sponsored outdoor adventure with your favorite hiking group/organiser
- Partial and full refunds for some or all the gear you purchased
- A kit for the lead guide in your group
- Hawi participation for your favorite charity
Who is eligible to participate?
Who is eligible to participate?
Anyone who owns or uses Hawi Gear.
How will the winner be selected?
How will the winner be selected?
We will have multiple winners. Each will be selected differently.
- A digital ruffle
- Staff of Hawi and select partners
- Visible social media posts
Can Hawi use my content, even if I dont earn an Award?
Can Hawi use my content, even if I dont earn an Award?
Yes, is the short answer. Submitting content and agreeing to our terms of submission gives Hawi a non-exclusive license to use your content. Non-exclusive means you’re still able to share your content on your own social channels and YouTube, and you’re sharing the rights with Hawi for the opportunity to get paid .
What rights does Hawi have over the content I submit?
What rights does Hawi have over the content I submit?
By submitting content, you grant Hawi Outdoors and its affiliates a royalty-free, non-exclusive perpetual license to use your image or video in:
- Marketing campaigns
- Social media posts
- Website features
- Promotional features
We will credit you where possible. You retain full ownership of your content
What if my content includes other people?
What if my content includes other people?
You are responsible for ensuring that anyone featured in your content has given consent for their image to be shared and used by Hawi Outdoors.
Will my personal data be safe?
Will my personal data be safe?
Yes. We comply with the Kenya Data Protection Act (2019). Any personal data you provide (like name, contact info, location) will:
- Only be used for campaign communication and prize fulfillment
- Not be shared with third parties without your consent
- Be stored securely and only for as long as necessary
You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us at: team@hawioutdoors.com
Can I withdraw my submission later?
Can I withdraw my submission later?
Yes, but once content is published or used in a campaign, we may not be able to remove it from public platforms. For withdrawal requests, email: team@hawioutdoors.com
My concern has not been addressed...
My concern has not been addressed...
Use any of our contacts channels to raise your concern about your submission.
- M: 0790561113
- E: team@hawioutdoors.com