New York, USA - "My Role in Creating a Peaceful World" is the theme of an international essay contest for children ages up to 14 and youth ages 15 to 25.
In an effort to harness the energy, imagination and initiative of the world’s youth in overcoming the challenges facing humankind, from enhancing peace to boosting economic development, the United Nations proclaimed an International Year of Youth starting on 12 August 2010. Under the theme ‘Dialogue and Mutual Understanding,’ the Year aims to encourage dialogue and understanding across generations and promote the ideals of peace, respect for human rights and freedoms, and solidarity. Young people are encouraged to participate in global initiatives and play a leading role in promoting peace and understanding among all cultures.
"What would it take to create a world of peace? My Role in Creating a Peaceful World."
Peace can only be accomplished when we roll up our sleeves and work to make it happen. What is your vision of a peaceful and harmonious world? What can you and the young people of the world do to realize that vision?
Guidelines
1. Essays may be submitted by anyone up to 25 years old (as of March 1, 2011) in one of the following age categories:
a) Children (ages up to 14) b) Youth (ages 15 - 25)
2. Essays must be 800 words or less in English or Spanish, typed or printed.
3. Essays must have a cover page indicating:
category (Children or Youth)
essay title
your name
mailing address; phone number
email address
nationality; age as of March 1, 2011;
sex
school name (if applicable)
word count
4. Entries may be submitted by email or postal mail.
5. Essays must be original and unpublished.
6. Essays must be written by one person. Co-authored essays are not accepted.
Deadline for submission: Entries must be received by March 1, 2011.
Award
The following awards will be given in the Children’s category and Youth category respectively:
1st Prize: Certificate and prize of US$100
2nd Prize: Certificate and prize of US$50
3rd Prize: Certificate and gift (5 entrants)
Honorable Mention: Certificate (10 entrants)
Email:
Postal Mail: Sun International Peace Federation
8706 Third Avenue, Suite 1A, Brooklyn, NY, 11209 USA
Copyright of the essays entered will be assigned to the organizers.
Note: We are unable to confirm receipt of individual essays.
Prize winners will be announced in October 2011.