International Essay Contest for Young People

(Updated 26 Apr 2023) The annual International Essay Contest for Young People is organised in an effort to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world's youth in promoting a culture of peace and sustainable development. Parents/Teachers/Guardians, note that submissions may be made in one of the following age categories:
a) Children (ages up to 14)
b) Youth (ages 15 – 25).

APPLICATION WINDOW

CLOSED

DEADLINE

15 Jun 2023

PRIZES

The following awards will be given in the Children’s category and Youth category respectively:
1st Prize: Certificate, prize of 100,000 Yen (approx. US$740 as of Feb. 2023) and gift (1 entrant)
2nd Prize: Certificate, prize of 50,000 Yen (approx. US$370 as of Feb. 2022) and gift (3 entrants)
3rd Prize: Certificate and gift (5 entrants)
Honourable Mention: Certificate and gift (25 entrants)

* 1st to 3rd prize winners will be invited to the Winners Gathering to be held online.
* Additional awards (Best School Award, School Incentive Award) will be given if applicable.

HOST COUNTRY

Japan

Note that while some organisers may accept applications from all around the world, you may still be required to travel to the host country in order to take part in the later stages of a competition for instance, or you may be required to live there for a period of time to take part in a funded programme (e.g. scholarship, incubator, accelerator).

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Credit: International Essay Contest for Young People

Date Added: 26 Mar 2022