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You are here, in this section, applications have closed for the 2024 essay contest.

2024 Essay Contest Topic

This year, AFSA celebrates the 100th anniversary of the United States Foreign Service. Over the last century, our diplomats and development professionals have been involved in groundbreaking events in history – decisions on war and peace, supporting human rights and freedom, creating joint prosperity, reacting to natural disasters and pandemics and much more. As AFSA looks back on this century-long history, we invite you to join us in also looking ahead to the future. This year students are asked to explore how diplomats can continue to evolve their craft to meet the needs of an ever-changing world that brings fresh challenges and opportunities to the global community and America’s place in it.

Over the past 100 years the Foreign Service has faced a multitude of challenges such as world war, terrorism, nuclear proliferation, humanitarian disasters, global pandemics, and economic crises. In a 1,000-1,500-word essay please identify what you believe will be the biggest challenge to face the Foreign Service in the future. The essay will describe this challenge and clearly define how American diplomats can help mitigate it.

Successful essays will use past or current diplomatic efforts to support what you believe to be the best course of action to tackle this obstacle.

For more information on Essay Contest Rules and Guidance please visit this page . For additional resources and to view the 2024 Study Guide please visit this page .

AFSA Announces the Winner of the 2023 High School Essay Contest

The American Foreign Service Association’s national high school essay contest completed its twenty-third year with over 400 submissions from 44 states.

Three randomized rounds of judging produced this year’s winner, Justin Ahn, a junior from Deerfield Academy in Deerfield, Massachusetts. In his essay, “Mending Bridges: US-Vietnam Reconciliation from 1995 to Today,” Justin focuses on the successful reconciliation efforts by the Foreign Service in transforming US-Vietnam relations from post-war tension to close economic and strategic partnership.

Justin traveled to Washington in AUgust 2023, where he met with Secretary of State Antony Blinken. He also received a full tuition scholarship to an educational voyage with Semester at Sea.

Niccolo Duina was this year’s runner-up. He is a senior at Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, Arkansas. Niccolo attended the international diplomacy program of the National Student Leadership Conference in summer 2023.

There were eight honorable mentions:

• Santiago Castro-Luna – Chevy Chase, Maryland
• Dante Chittenden – Grimes, Iowa
• Merle Hezel – Denver, Colorado
• Adarsh Khullar – Villa Hills, Kentucky
• Nicholas Nall – Little Rock, Arkansas
• Ashwin Telang – West Windsor, New Jersey
• Himani Yarlagadda – Northville, Michigan
• Sophia Zhang – San Jose, California

Congratulations! We thank all students and teachers who took the time to research and become globally engaged citizens who care about diplomacy, development, and peacebuilding.

If you are not graduating this year, please consider submitting another essay for next year’s contest. The new prompt will be published in fall 2023.

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AFSA collects your information for this contest and for AFSA partners. You may be signed up to receive updates or information from AFSA and our partners. You will receive confirmation from AFSA that your submission has been received and a notification if you are the winner or an honorable mention in June . You may also receive a message from our sponsor regarding their program offerings.

PLEASE NOTE:

Students whose parents are not in the Foreign Service are eligible to participate if they are in grades nine through twelve in any of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories, or if they are U.S. citizens attending high school overseas. Students may be attending a public, private, or parochial school. Entries from home-schooled students are also accepted. Previous first-place winners and immediate relatives of directors or staff of AFSA, NLSC and Semester at Sea are not eligible to participate. Previous honorable mention recipients are eligible to enter. $2,500 to the writer of the winning essay, in addition to an all-expense paid trip to the nation’s capital from anywhere in the U.S. for the winner and his or her parents, and an all-expense paid educational voyage courtesy of Semester at Sea.

The winner's school also receives a donation of 10 copies of AFSA's Inside a U.S. Embassy: Diplomacy at Work

The Fund for American Diplomacy is AFSA's 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports AFSA’s outreach goals. AFSA National High School Essay contest is AFSA’s main outreach initiative to high school students. We appreciate your willingness to contribute. Rest assured that your contribution will be put to good use. Donations to the FAD are fully tax deductible.

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Contests for students.

The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is committed to educating the next generation of peacebuilders about the U.S. role in preventing and resolving conflicts around the world, and about the important part that young people can play as engaged global citizens.

Starting in 1987, USIP challenged students to think critically about global issues of conflict and peace through the National Peace Essay Contest (NPEC). Now, USIP is building upon the legacy of the NPEC (which was wrapped up in 2014) by partnering with other organizations on a range of initiatives that inspire students to learn more about global peacebuilding and to put their own good ideas into action.

Make sure to explore our other resources for students, teachers, and the broader public by visiting the Public Education section. 

Academic WorldQuest

Each year, the World Affairs Councils of America (WACA) engages more than 4,000 high school students across the U.S. in its signature quiz contest that tests their knowledge of global issues and foreign policy in 10 categories. Since 2016, USIP has been a co-sponsor of this national contest, ensuring the inclusion of a peace and conflict category in Academic WorldQuest each year. 

For the 2021 competition, USIP’s category is  “Exploring Peace in a World of Conflict,”  with featured resources that blend research, data, and real-life examples of peacebuilding in action. For more information, check out our Academic WorldQuest page! 

National High School Essay Contest

As a successor to USIP’s own National Peace Essay Contest, USIP has since 2015 partnered with the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) on its annual National High School Essay Contest. The contest engages high school students in learning and writing about issues of peace and conflict, and encourages appreciation for diplomacy’s role in building partnerships that can advance peacebuilding and protect national security. 

The winner of the contest receives a $2,500 cash prize, an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. to meet leadership at the U.S. Department of State and USIP, and a full-tuition paid voyage with Semester at Sea upon the student’s enrollment at an accredited university. The runner-up receives a $1,250 cash prize and a full scholarship to participate in the International Diplomacy Program of the National Student Leadership Conference. 

Explore the 2022 essay contest topic, “Partnerships for Peace in a Multipolar Era,” download this year’s contest study guide , and learn more about the essay contest here. 

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National Level Essay Competition 2021-22 by Competition Commission of India on Competition Law [Cash Prize of Rs 1 Lac]: Submit by Nov 30 [Extended]

• Akanksha Bharadwaj
• Nov 6, 2021
• 16 Comments

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is conducting a National Level Essay Competition 2021 on Competition Law in New India-Building Aatm Nirbhar Bharat .

About the Competition Commission of India (CCI)

Competition Commission of India (CCI) is a statutory body of the Government of India responsible for enforcing The Competition Act, 2002 and promoting competition throughout India, and preventing activities that have an appreciable adverse effect on competition in India. It was established on 14 October 2003.

About the Essay Competition

The Competition Commission of India is conducting a National Level Essay Competition 2021-22 as a part of the celebration of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.

Competition Law in New India-Building Aatm Nirbhar Bharat

Eligibility

The applicant must be a student as on October 1, 2021, pursuing UG or PG course in Law , Economics, Management and Regulatory Governance in any recognised university in India.

Ineligibility: Wards and relatives of employees of Competition Commission of India or office of Director General-CCI or Ministry of Corporate Affairs, GOI are NOT ELIGIBLE to participate in this competition.

Guidelines of the Essay Submission

The Essay Competition entries shall be submitted in word and PDF format by the deadline.

Length of Essay: Not more than 3000 words including footnotes. There is no minimum word limit; however, participants are encouraged to submit essays of not less than 1500 words .

Format of the Essay:

• Typed on A4 size.
• Font size shall be 12 points (English) in Times New Roman
• The space between the two lines should be 1.5

• Margins of one inch (2.54 cm) on all the four sides

Citations: Participants may use any recognized style of referencing/footnoting system and this must be used consistently & uniformly throughout the Essay.

How to Submit?

• Click here for the notification of deadline extension.
• Written Essay in English language – both in word & pdf format (NO SCAN).
• Candidates will nowhere mention their name or any identification in the text of essay.
• Entries submitted in hard copies and not in the prescribed format shall be summarily rejected without any intimation and NO query, correspondence; representation etc. pertaining to such entries shall be entertained by the Commission under any circumstances.
• Subject of such email must be “CCI Essay Competition 2021-2022”.
• Entries shall be forwarded by the participant directly and shall not be forwarded through any other person at the mail prescribed above. All the fields in the entry form shall be compulsorily filled.
• Only original essays will be considered for the competition. Previously published essays shall be rejected outrightly. Any form of plagiarism will result in disqualification of the essay.

Winners will receive cash prizes as per the following table:

The prize winners shall also be given a certificate.

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Hello… I’m pursuing graduation in BA programme with Economics and sociology as the disciplines. Am I eligible for the competition?

According to notification last date of submission was 31st October 2021.

It has been extended to Nov 30

I want to participate

I am glad to participate in this computation.

Hi, would you allow two people to co-author, or is it limited to one participant per essay?

Limited to 1 participant per essay.

Please provide quick links for registration.

Hi. There is no ‘quick link’ for registration. You will need to send your piece with the entry form filled up to the given email ID. The entry form has been annexed to the official notification. Please read the post carefully.

i want to participate

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Sir mai kaisa join kara

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Malaysia celebrates its 64th Independence Day this year 2021. To you, what does gaining independence mean and how does it impact the future generation of the nation?

WHY THE YOUTH?

You are the leaders of tomorrow.

You will shape and decide the landscape of the country in the foreseeable future.

You will be the deciding factor - from running the government efficiently to imposing socio-cultural reforms for a united Malaysia.

HERE IS YOUR FIRST STEP

Put your thoughts in an essay.

Let your voice be heard today.

Youth are leaders of tomorrow, they say. This saying might have some significance but if tweaked to “youth are leaders of today” it will give a greater meaning and impact because all that matters now is today. Not tomorrow. Today affects tomorrow.

The prevalence of poor leadership is seen through various factors that cause a nation to implode. Different generations have come and passed. The call ‘to empower youth to be leaders of tomorrow’ has been nothing more than a resonance reverberating around classrooms and offices of lawmakers.

The time to harness different talents and abilities within a shared value system starts at schools. One way to tackle this conundrum is to encourage students into understanding the true context of Malaysia, its history and why acting now is essential for nation-building.

Students today will inevitably inherit this country when current leaders slowly move to take the backseats. Now is the time for students to stand up, be noticed and voice out their vision for the country with bright new ideas.

This essay writing competition is a step in the right direction for students to conspicuously articulate their ideas and ideals for how a nation should move forward.

If these appeal to you, we want to hear from you.

ABOUT THIS COMPETITION

The inaugural competition took place in 2019 and this is the second time it is being held. Essentially, this competition offers local and international high school students residing in Malaysia an opportunity to showcase their English language essay writing skills. Our aim is to encourage them to be interested in social and community issues and to express their thoughts through the art of essay writing using the English language.

In celebration of the 64th Merdeka Day as well as UCSI University's support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals , we encourage students to observe, reflect and write on the role of youth in nation building.

Along with the development of a country’s socio-economical status, environmental sustainability is also gaining equal importance. More youths are becoming more educated in the effort to create a greener environment. This has gained more attention from environmental activists and the media as they too want to highlight these positive efforts in the hope that everyone will realise the negative impacts of industrialised activities on the earth and what they can do to remedy them. Following this, more youths start to realise the impact they can make in creating minimal to zero waste in a community in the ASEAN region. This collective effort from all parties should continue on. Youth will one day be blazing trails for greater ideas for tomorrow. This is their chance to stand up, be noticed, and voice their vision for the country. This essay-writing competition will give youths an opportunity to share their ideas on how to create a more sustainable environment.

• Open to all high school students between 16 and 20 years old residing in Malaysia
• The length of the essay must be between 1,000 and 1,500 words.
• The submission must be an original piece of work and well-written in English.
• The submission must be from a single author.
• The essay must be inspiring and have a persuasive call to action on issues discussed.
• The essay must be typed in Times New Roman; 12 point, justified, 1.5 between lines, 2.0 between paragraphs.
• All entries must be submitted through the online portal: apps.ucsiuniversity.edu.my/essay/

A panel of judges will review all eligible entries received and select, at their sole discretion, the entries that are eligible to receive prizes.

The judging panel will evaluate the art submissions based on various criteria such as the originality of expression, creative use of materials and presentation, to name a few. The judges reserve the right to disqualify any entry if there is any reasonable doubt about the authenticity of the artwork.

First Prize

• RM5,000 cash
• 100% tuition fee waiver*
• Certificate

Second Prize

• RM3,000 cash
• RM10,000 tuition fee waiver*

Third Prize

• RM1,500 cash
• RM8,000 tuition fee waiver*

Fourth Prize

• RM1,000 cash
• RM5,000 tuition fee waiver*

Fifth Prize

• RM3,000 tuition fee waiver*

Consolation Prize (15)

• RM2,000 tuition fee waiver*

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About the University The Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU, Shimla) was established by the State Government in the year 2016, by an act of the legislature (Act 16 of 2016). Located in the geographical terrains of the Himalayas, HPNLU, Shimla is the best place to study and learning in law, developing in students, understanding law and legal system, topographies of law-making, legal practice and administration. Under the academic and administrative leadership of Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nishtha Jaswal, the team HPNLU is committed to achieving new heights in law education.

About the Organisers The Centre for Parliamentary Studies (CPS) is a specialised Centre, established by Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla to undertake studies related to the functioning of parliament. To find out the further concerns for research in parliamentary bodies, it is necessary to analyze the deliberations in the Parliament and its other institutions. Apart from their conventional roles parliamentarians in the present scenario, have various other functions to perform. The centre has the objective to promote parliamentary studies with special reference to its problems and processes

About the competition The Centre for Parliamentary Studies (CPS), Himachal Pradesh National Law University is launching its first essay competition 2021. The essay competition is an endeavour to enhance learning about the Contemporary Issues Involved in ‘Office of Profit in India’.

Theme The essay writing competition will be held on the topic “ Contemporary Issues involved in ‘Office of profit in India ‘.” Participants can take any particular sub-theme keeping intact with the central theme of the competition.

Eligibility The competition is open to students pursuing UG/PG law courses in India.

Important Guidelines All submissions are to be made through email at “ [email protected] “. Submissions shall be in English, original, unpublished nor should it be in consideration for publication anywhere else at the same time and non-plagiarised with the maximum accepted similarity index being capped at 10% . A cover page should be attached including the Participant’s Name, Phone Number, Batch, Email Address, Title of the Essay and the Transaction ID of their registration along with the same details of the Co-author if and wherever applicable. Any kind of identification of the participants on the submission will lead to straight disqualification of the author/authors.

Important Dates Last Date of Registration: 26th September 2021. Last Date of Submission: 30th September 2021. Result declaration: 1st Week of November 2021.

Registrations Registration shall be made to Google Form here. Registration fee is Rs. 500/- per person. Co-authorship is allowed up to a maximum of two authors. Multiple entries for individual orders are not allowed. A participant may submit an entry related to ONE sub-theme ONLY.

Prizes 1st Prize: Rs 10,000/- 2nd Prize: Rs 7,500/- 3rd Prize : Rs 5,000/- Certificate of Appreciation: Top 10 Participants.

All participants who have successfully submitted the easy on or before September 30, 2021 shall be provided with e-Certificate of participation.

Contact Details More information can be found here.

For any further information/clarification, please reach out to:

Centre for Parliamentary Studies, Himachal Pradesh National Law University at “ [email protected] ”

Muskan Kapoor (Student Coordinator): 7018162966

Arshiya (Student Coordinator): 9418208867

Madhusudan Joshi (Student Coordinator): 8278633455

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National Online Essay Writing Competition

The office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is organising a National Online Essay Writing Competition to commemorate the occasion of Audit Diwas. Each year, ...

The office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is organising a National Online Essay Writing Competition to commemorate the occasion of Audit Diwas. Each year, 16th November is celebrated as Audit Diwas, as it was on this day in the year 1860 that Sir Edward Drummond took charge as the first Auditor General of India.

The essay competition aims to make the youth of the country aware of the institution of CAG of India and appreciate the contribution of the CAG in promoting public accountability and good governance. The competition will also give an opportunity for young minds to harness their creativity and expression of the ways in which the institution of the CAG can contribute to good governance.

Topics for the online essay competition for the year 2022 are as follows: A. The CAG: Helping India achieve Panchamrit - five nectar elements to deal with climate change B. The CAG: Realising the Constitution's vision, Enlivening Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav C: CAG@2047: Imagine you are the CAG of India in year 2047. What will be your strategy for the institution?

Participants can submit an essay on any one of the above topics.

The essays will be evaluated separately in English and Hindi.

Winners of the competition will be awarded cash prizes as follows: First prize: ₹30,000 Second prize: ₹20,000 Third prize: ₹15,000

There are no charges/registration for participation in the competition.

Eligibility: 1. The online essay writing competition is open to all persons who are currently enrolled in a course of study at any institution recognized by any University in India. 2. The participant should not be more than 25 years old as on 15.08.2022. 3. Employees of the Indian Audit and Accounts Department shall not be eligible for participating in the competition. 4. Only one entry from each participant will be considered. In case it is discovered that a participant has submitted more than one entry, all the entries from the participant will be disqualified.

Manner of submission: The participants would be required to submit six documents online as attachments in a single e-mail to the address: [email protected] . The details of these documents are given in paras 5.4.1.1 to 5.4.1.5. The subject of the e-mail should be written as “Audit Diwas 2022 Essay".

Entries may be e-mailed on any date till 15th September, 2022 by 5 PM.

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IBBI-ILNU Essay Writing Competition

About the Essay Competition

The Centre for Corporate Law Studies (CCLS), ILNU is conducting a National Essay Writing Competition- 2021 in collaboration with IBBI.

We are elated to share that  Ace Inhibitors Insolvency  and  AM Legals , two of the most esteemed law firms in the field of insolvency law, is our  Associate Partners  in this competition.

Eligibility

Brief submission guidelines.

1) Submissions shall be made to centre.corporateresearch@ nirmauni.ac.in

before 23:59 hrs, 25th February 2021 .

2) Submissions shall be accompanied by a covering letter which shall not fail to include the Name of the Author, Name of the Author’s Institution, and Author’s Email Address and Contact Number. The manuscript itself shall not contain any information or indication that may be helpful in identifying the author.

Contact Information

Please find the attached brochure containing the complete details of the competition. For any queries, write to us at centre.corporateresearch@ nirmauni.ac.in  or contact:

Varun Akar, Chairperson, CCLS (+91 72260 60459) Ashuthosh V, Research Assistant, CCLS (+91 98203 79548) Abhishek Sadhwani, Student Associate Member, CCLS (+91 99259 75821)

We encourage you to utilize this valuable opportunity by participating.

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If you're a writer—fiction, non-fiction, or fanfiction—you can put those skills to work for you. There are tons of writing contests for high school students, which can award everything from medals to cash prizes to scholarships if you win .

Not only will a little extra money, whether cash or scholarships, help you when it comes time to pay for college, but the prestige of a respected reward is also a great thing to include on your college application.

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• Award Amount: $1,000 to $12,500 scholarships
• Deadline: Varies between December and January, depending on your region
• Fee: $10 for single entry, $30 for portfolio

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards celebrate art by students in grades seven through twelve (age 13 or older) on a regional and national scale. These awards have a huge number of categories and styles, including cash prizes or scholarships for some distinguished award winners . Categories include science-fiction and fantasy writing, humor, critical essays, and dramatic scripts, among others.

Deadlines vary by region (but are mostly in December and January), so use Scholastic's Affiliate Partner search to find out when projects are due for your area.

Scholastic partners with other organizations to provide prizes to winners, so what you can win depends on what you enter and what competition level you reach. Gold medal portfolio winners can earn a $12,500 scholarship, and silver medal winners with distinction can earn a $2,000 scholarship , as well as many other options in different categories.

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards are open to private, public, or home-schooled students attending school in the US, Canada, or American schools in other countries. Students must be in grades seven through twelve to participate. Eligibility varies between regions, so consult Scholastic's Affiliate Partner search tool to figure out what applies to you .

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards have a $10 entry fee for individual submissions and $30 for portfolio submissions, which may be waived for students in need . These fees may vary depending on location, so be sure to check your local guidelines .

Ocean Awareness Contest

• Award Amount: Scholarships up to $1,500
• Deadline: June 13, 2023 (submissions open in September)

The Ocean Awareness Contest asks students to consider the future of a coastal or marine species that is under threat from climate change. Submissions are accepted in a variety of art forms, but all must consider the way that climate change impacts ocean life .

Submissions for all categories, including art, creative writing, film, interactive and multimedia, music and dance, and poetry and spoken word are due in June, although the exact date varies slightly each year.

Winners may receive prizes of up to a $1,500 scholarship , depending on which division they fall into and what prize they win.

The contest is open to all international and US students between the ages of 11 and 18.

River of Words

• Award: Publication in the River of Words anthology
• Deadline: January 31, 2023

The River of Words contest asks students to consider watersheds—an area that drains into the same body of water—and how they connect with their local community. Students can explore this concept in art or poetry, with winners being published in the annual River of Words anthology .

Entries in all categories must be submitted by January 31, 2023. 

The River of Words contest is primarily for recognition and publication, as the website doesn't list any prize money . The contest includes specific awards for certain forms, such as poetry, some of which may have additional prizes .

The contest is open to International and US students from kindergarten to grade 12 (ages 5 through 19). Students who have graduated from high school but are not yet in college are also eligible.

Adroit Prizes

• Award Amount: $200 cash award
• Deadline: Typically April of each year

Sponsored by the Adroit Journal, the Adroit Prizes reward high school students and undergraduate students for producing exemplary fiction and poetry. Students may submit up to six poems or three works of prose (totaling 3,500 words) for consideration. Submissions typically open in spring .

Winners receive $200 and (along with runners-up) have their works published in the Adroit Journal . Finalists and runners-up receive a copy of their judge's latest published work.

The contest is open to secondary and undergraduate students, including international students and those who have graduated early . The Adroit Prizes has a non-refundable fee of $15, which can be waived.

YoungArts Competition

• Award Amount: Up to $10,000 cash awards
• Deadline: October 15, 2022; application for 2024 opens June 2023

Open to students in a variety of disciplines, including visual arts, writing, and music, the YoungArts competition asks students to submit a portfolio of work. Additional requirements may apply depending on what artistic discipline you're in .

Winners can receive up to $10,000 in cash as well as professional development help, mentorship, and other educational rewards.

Applicants must be 15- to 18-year-old US citizens or permanent residents (including green card holders) or in grades 10 through 12 at the time of submission . There is a $35 submission fee, which can be waived.

Fiction Writing Contests for High School Students

Many contests with multiple categories accept fiction submissions, so also check out the above contests if you're looking for places to submit original prose.

EngineerGirl Writing Contest

• Award Amount: $100 - $500 cash prize
• Deadline: February 1, 2023

This year's EngineerGirl Writing Contest asks students (though the name of the organization is "EngineerGirl," students of any gender may participate) to submit a piece of writing that shows how female and/or non-white engineers have contributed to or can enhance engineering’s great achievements. Word counts vary depending on grade level.

At every grade level, first-place winners will receive $500, second-place winners will receive $250, and third-place winners will receive $100 . Winning entries and honorable mentions will also be published on the EngineerGirl website.

Students of any gender from third to 12th grade may submit to this contest. Home-schooled and international students are also eligible.

Nonfiction Contests for High School Students

Like fiction, non-fiction is often also accepted in contests with multiple categories. However, there are quite a few contests accepting only non-fiction essays as well.

The American Foreign Services Association Essay Contest

• Award Amount: $1,250 to $2,500
• Deadline: April 3, 2023

The American Foreign Services Association sponsors a high school essay contest tasking students with selecting a country or region in which the United States Foreign Service has been involved at any point since 1924 and describe, in 1,500 words or less, how the Foreign Service was successful or unsuccessful in advancing American foreign policy goals in this country/region and propose ways in which it might continue to improve those goals in the coming years .

One winner will receive $2,500 as well as a Washington D.C. trip and a scholarship to attend Semester at Sea . One runner-up receives $1,250 and a scholarship to attend the International Diplomacy Program of the National Student Leadership Conference.

Entries must be from US students in grade nine through 12, including students in the District of Columbia, US territories, or US citizens attending school abroad, including home-schooled students.

John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Contest

• Award Amount: $100 - $10,000
• Deadline: January 13, 2023

The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage contest tasks students with writing an essay between 700 and 1,000 words on an act of political courage by a US elected official serving during or after 1917 , inspired by John F. Kennedy's Profiles in Courage . Each essay should cover the act itself as well as any obstacles or risks the subject faced in achieving their act of courage. Essays must not cover figures previously covered in the contest, and should also not cover John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, or Edward M. Kennedy.

One first-place winner will receive $10,000, one second-place winner will receive $3,000, five finalists will receive $1,000 each, and eight semi-finalists will win $100 each.

The contest is open to students in grades nine through 12 who are residents of the United States attending public, private, parochial, or home schools . Students under the age of 20 in correspondence high school programs or GED programs, as well as students in US territories, Washington D.C., and students studying abroad, are also eligible.

SPJ/JEA High School Essay Contest

• Award Amount: $300 - $1,000 scholarships
• Deadline: February 19, 2023 (submissions open in November)

The SPJ/JEA high school essay contest , organized by the Society of Professional Journalists and the Journalism Education Association, asks students to  analyze the importance of independent media to our lives (as of now, the official essay topic for spring 2023 is TBD) . Essays should be from 300 to 500 words.

A $1,000 scholarship is given to a first-place winner, $500 to second-place, and $300 to third-place.

The contest is open to public, private, and home-schooled students of the United States in grades 9-12 .

Playwriting Contests for High School Students

For those who love the stage, playwriting contests are a great option. An original play can earn you great rewards thanks to any of these contests!

VSA Playwright Discovery Program Competition

• Award: Participation in professional development activities at the Kennedy Center
• Deadline: January 4, 2023 (Application opens in October)

The VSA Playwright Discovery Program Competition asks students with disabilities to submit a ten-minute script exploring their personal experiences, including the disability experience . Scripts may be realistic, fictional, or abstract, and may include plays, screenplays, or musical theater.

All entries are due in January. Scripts may be collaborative or written by individuals, but must include at least one person with a disability as part of the group .

One winner or group of winners will be selected as participants in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival. Winners will have access to professional assistance in developing their script as well as workshops and networking opportunities.

This contest is open to US and international students in ages 14 to 18 . Groups of up to five members may collaborate on an essay, but at least one of those students must have a disability.

Worldwide Plays Festival Competition

• Award: Professional production in New York
• Deadline: March (official 2023 deadline TBD)

In the Worldwide Plays Festival Competition , students from around the world can submit an eight-minute script for a play set in a part of a neighborhood —specifically, at a convenience store, outside a character's front door, or at a place where people convene. Each play must have roles for three actors, should not have a narrator who isn't also a character, and should not contain set changes.

Entries are due in February. Winners will have their play produced by professionals at an off-Broadway New York theater . Scholarships are also available for winners.

Any student, including US and international, in first through 12th grade may submit work for consideration.

• Award Amount: $50 - $200 cash prize
• Deadline: 2023 deadline TBD (application opens January 2023)

Students may submit a one-act, non-musical play of at least ten pages to YouthPLAYS for consideration . Plays should be appropriate for high school audiences and contain at least two characters, with one or more of those characters being youths in age-appropriate roles. Large casts with multiple female roles are encouraged.

One winner will receive $250, have their play published by YouthPLAYS, and receive a copy of Great Dialog , a program for writing dialog. One runner up will receive $100 and a copy of Great Dialog.

Students must be under the age of 19, and plays must be the work of a single author.

The Lewis Center Ten-Minute Play Contest

• Deadline: Spring of each year

Students in grade 11 may submit a ten-minute play for consideration for the Lewis Center Ten-Minute Play Contest . Plays should be 10 pages long, equivalent to 10 minutes.

One first-prize winner will receive $500, one second-prize winner will receive $250, and one third-prize will receive $100.

All entries must be from students in the 11th grade .

Poetry Writing Contests for High School Students

For those who prefer a little free verse or the constraints of a haiku, there are plenty of poetry-specific contests, too.

Creative Communications Poetry Contest

• Award Amount: $25
• Deadline: December

Students in ninth grade or below may submit any poem of 21 lines or less (not counting spaces between stanzas) for consideration in the Creative Communications Poetry Contest .

Students may win $25, a free book, and school supplies for their teacher .

Public, private, or home-schooled US students (including those in detention centers) in kindergarten through ninth grade may enter.

Leonard L. Milberg '53 High School Poetry Prize

• Award Amount: $500-$1500
• Deadline: November 

Students in 11th grade may submit up to three poems for consideration in the Leonard L. Milberg '53 High School Poetry Prize . Submissions are due in November .

One first-prize winner will receive $1500, one second-prize winner will receive $750, and a third-prize winner will receive $500. Poems may be published on arts.princeton.edu. All entrants must be in the 11th grade.

Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest

• Award Amount: $500 - $5,000 renewable scholarship, $350 cash prize
• Deadline: October 31, 2022

Women poets who are sophomores or juniors in high school may submit two poems for consideration for the Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest .

One first-place winner will receive a $350 cash prize, publication in and ten copies of Cargoes , Hollins' student magazine, as well as a renewable scholarship of up to $5,000 for Hollins and free tuition and housing for the Hollinsummer creative writing program. One second-place winner will receive publication in and two copies of Cargoes, a renewable scholarship to Hollins of up to $1,000, and a $500 scholarship to attend Hollinsummer.

Applicants must be female students in their sophomore or junior year of high school .

What's Next?

If you're looking for more money opportunities for college , there are plenty of scholarships out there— including some pretty weird ones .

For those who've been buffing up their test scores , there are tons of scholarships , some in the thousands of dollars.

If you're tired of writing essays and applying for scholarships, consider some of these colleges that offer complete financial aid packages .

Melissa Brinks graduated from the University of Washington in 2014 with a Bachelor's in English with a creative writing emphasis. She has spent several years tutoring K-12 students in many subjects, including in SAT prep, to help them prepare for their college education.

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WINNERS OF THE QUEEN'S COMMONWEALTH ESSAY COMPETITION 2021

In 2021 we were thrilled to announce that a record-breaking 25,648 children entered The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2021 from every Commonwealth region. The 2021 winners and runners-up are:

Senior Winner: Kayla Bosire aged 16 from Nairobi, Kenya

Kayla Bosire is an 11th grade student at Maxwell Adventist Academy in Kenya, and she loves writing, a passion she has pursued for a good portion of her 16 years of life. Her love for words was developed while she was a student at Cavina School a prep school in Nairobi Kenya, where she developed a love for creative writing, Shakespeare and theatre. Kayla’s love for the arts is nurtured at her current high school; where she plays three instruments (piano, violin and flute) and enjoys performing in her schools’ orchestra and as a member of the Wind Ensemble.

She holds positions of leadership and responsibility as a tutors assistant math grader, Class Secretary and as a member of the school magazine team (The Maxwell Mirror). Her dream is to pursue a career that allows her to advance justice and fairness in the world for both humans and animals. She is yet to decide whether she is a cat or dog person. Kayla chose to write about it being 30 years since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic and what the world looks like….through the eyes of the COVID-19 virus.

Senior Runner-Up:

Aditi Nair Aged 15 from New Delhi, India

Aditi S Nair is an 11th grade student of Sanskriti School in New Delhi. She has always had a passion for writing, and ever since she was young, has enjoyed writing stories and poems. 

Apart from writing, her hobbies include reading, dancing and gardening. A few of her favourite authors are Khaled Hosseini, Celeste Ng, Ruskin Bond and Madeline Miller.   

Junior Winner: Ethan Charles Mufuma  Aged 13 from Mukono, Uganda

Ethan is 13 years old and is the third borne in a family of four children. He is proud to say that he is 'still the only boy child in this family'. His father is Mr. Wilson Mufuma and his mother is Mrs. Sarah Beatrice Wamakoto. His ancestral village is Bumayoka found in Bududa District in Eastern Uganda.  

He started his early education (nursery) at three years at Joy Nursery and Primary School, located near Makerere University. In 2014 when he was six years old, he joined Namilyango Junior Boys School for his primary education. He was there for the entire primary education until 2020 when he did his Primary Leaving Exams (P. L. E) and scored aggregate (5). 

Ethan started creative writing at the age of ten through the school writing club. Here all learners compete to publish in the school publications. (a termly newspaper and an annual magazine. Ethan mainly writes poetry where as he feel it's easier to have both the message and art flow better. His teacher tells them to choose what one feels free with (prose or poetry). 

Ethan first participated in The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Writing Competition in 2020. He was greatly inspired by one writing club member (Michael Victor Mugerwa) who had won a Silver Award in 2019. This was the first Award for their school and he really felt proud. 

In 2021, Ethan is the the happiest to add this record (winner) of the Junior category to his biography.

Junior Runner-Up: Raisa Gulati Aged 14 from Amritsar, India

Raisa is an all rounder, performing well both academically and in her co-curricular activities. She is very passionate about sports. From a very young age she has played at the National level for chess and equestrian. In 2019 she was declared Junior State Champion of Lawn Tennis in Rajasthan and she was also awarded with the award for being the most promising Equestrian rider in her school. However, the pandemic brought a halt to all her outdoor activities.

She is also adept in playing tabla and drums. During her free time she likes to sketch and she is also a recipient of the Piccaso award for her sketch besides winning various drawing competitions.

Life for her is full of things to learn and she enjoys navigating the uncharted terrain.

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Amanor Yohunor, a student from the Ghana Senior High School Koforidua, (GHANAS) has emerged as the winner of the 2021 National Essay Competition.

Miss Yohunor piped Michael Kissi Asrifi, from Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School (Legon) and Adamu Ayishatu from Presbyterian Senior High Technical School, Aburi to first runner up and second runner up respectively.

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The winner got the ultimate $5,000 prize with first runner-up and second runner up bagging $3,000 and $2000 respectively.

In a ceremony in Accra to announce the winners, Mrs. Sylvia Inkoom, the Deputy Managing Director of UBA Ghana congratulated all 10 finalists and encouraged them to utilize the platform given to them to excel in their academic pursuits.

“At UBA we prioritize education, as it is a core aspect of our Corporate Social Investment and we are very committed to the area of education of the African in a bid to further transform the continent. As we celebrate Valentine’s Day today, this is our love gift to these brilliant students for making it this far in the competition” Mrs Inkoom said.

In a speech read on his behalf, the Minister of Education, Dr. Osei Yaw Adutwum thanked UBA for the consistency in undertaking this project. He expressed his excitement about the huge investment that the Bank is making in the young ones.

“I have been informed that your price package for this year comes to GHS66,500 for the top three winners. I want to commend UBA again for this initiative. With the three new students that would be awarded today, it will bring the total number of beneficiaries to 24”, he said.

Each of the 10 finalists received a UBA branded Laptop and Certificate of Participation as a recognition for the bold step taken to participate in the competition and making it to the final stage.

Out of the ten (10) finalists, seven (7) were females. This has been a significant rise in the number of female participation from the previous year.

The 8 th edition of the National Essay Competition recorded over three hundred applications from schools across the Country.

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Cadbury Ghana Limited, producers of Richoco, has launched the second edition of its flagship ‘Mornings In Ghana National Essay Competition.’

This year, the competition seeks to address the age-long negative effects of illegal mining and threats posed by these activities on agricultural lands, particularly that of cocoa.

“Considering the heritage and economic impact of cocoa to Ghana, it is important that the next generation of Ghanaian youth be made to understand the value of this crop and do all it takes to preserve it,” a statement from the organisers of the competition said.

The competition targets upper primary, Junior High and Senior High students living in Ghana.

“The competition will not only seek to reward deserving winners, but also showcase the writing abilities of participants, with Richoco playing a vital role In bringing out the passion and talents of these young writers, whilst providing the essential nutrients needed to start their day.

• Write an Essay addressing the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, on the effects of illegal mining on cocoa farms, stating the importance of cocoa to Ghanaians
• Essay must be handwritten and not less than 400 words for Upper Primary, 600 words for Junior High, and 750 words for Senior High students.
• Attach 10 empty sachets of Richoco 20g or 1 empty pack of Richoco 500g or 1 empty sachet of Richoco 1kg
• Drop off your entry at any of the vantage points pan Ghana (Please visit the Cadbury Richoco Facebook and Instagram pages for a list of drop off locations).
• Entries can also be posted to; Richoco National Essay Competition, P.O.Box AF 851 Adenta-Accra.
• Applicants must submit their entry along with complete contact information (School name and address, residential address, phone number and/or email address)
• Deadline for submission of entries is 30th September 2021 .

A total of GHS100,000 in cash prizes, will be shared amongst the top 15 participants in the following order:

• The top 5 essays from each category (Upper Primary, JHS and SHS), will take part in the final quiz to determine who wins the grand prize from each category.
• The winners from each category will win GHS 10,000 for themselves, and another GHS 10,000 for their respective schools.
• All remaining finalists will each walk away with cash prizes for themselves.
• For more information on the competition as well as terms and conditions, please visit the Cadbury Richoco Facebook and Instagram pages.

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NCSC's 2022 Civics Education Essay Contest

NCSC's Civics Education Essay Contest gives 3rd-12th grade students the opportunity to understand and explain the importance and the role of the United States government. Winners receive a total of $3,000 in scholarship money.

The contest question is based on the American Bar Association's annual Law Day theme, which in 2022 is "Toward a More Perfect Union: The Constitution in Times of Change."

2022's Essay Contest question:

Which amendment to the u.s. constitution has made the biggest difference in people’s lives explain how and why..

Submit your entry using the form below. This is the preferred method of entry. However, hand-written essays may be submitted by mail to NCSC, c/o Deirdre Roesch, 300 Newport Avenue, Williamsburg, Va., 23185. If submitting my mail, please include the following on separate piece of paper: full name, school name, city, state, phone number, email (if applicable), teacher name and teacher email (if applicable).

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A total of $3,000 in scholarship money will be awarded to the winners.

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• One (1) First Place: $1,000
• One (1) Second Place: $500
• One (1) Third Place: $250

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• One (1) First Place: $400
• One (1) Second Place: $200
• One (1) Third Place: $100

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• One (1) First Place: $300
• One (1) Second Place: $150

Email Contest Manager  Deirdre Roesch with questions about the essay contest.

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NCSC's Civics Education Essay Contest gives 3rd-12th grade students the opportunity to understand and explain the importance and the role of the United States government. The entry period has closed. Winners will be announced on May 1.

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Middle and High School - Justice Sandra Day O'Connor stressed the importance of civic engagement. Discuss the role she believed citizens should play in shaping their communities and government. Why did she think that civic participation is so important to democracy? (250 words)

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The Honourable President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, Mr. Harish Bhat, Brand Custodian, Tata Sons, and Mr. Venguswamy Ramaswamy, Global Head, TCS iON, with the national winners of the Tata Building India School Essay Competition 2019-20 & 2020-21, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on April 17, 2023.

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In your shiny faces I see the country’s bright future. I urge you to dream big and try hard to realise your dream. When India will celebrate its hundred years of independence, I hope that whatever field you will be working in, your contribution will be for the betterment of the country as a whole. I also commend your teachers and parents who have encouraged you to pursue excellence by nurturing you, and encouraging your participation in this very important initiative. I appreciate Tata group for organising this nation building initiative every year. My message to all of you is that you should try to do well while doing good. Wishing you success, happiness, and joy in your life.

Shrimati Droupadi Murmu

15 th President of India

Children of India are the future of this great nation. They are the crucial building blocks of the nation that we seek to build. It is important that you dream and set up goals for yourselves and then work towards those goals with dedication, integrity and commitment. Always remain positive and never let failures deter you.

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14 th President of India

..the ignited mind of the youth is the most powerful resource on the earth, above the earth & under the earth. India's real heart & soul is her rural population. My dream like many children is to see a corruption-free India by 2020 & one of the best ways it can be achieved is to use 'love'. It is the greatest tool that all of us have, to teach people to be honest in the way they do things & conduct themselves. We need to start at home & if the children can start that themselves, then it will be a big beginning in itself.

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11 th President of India

Tata Building India is one initiative which provides a platform for young students to express themselves on issues of National development. I congratulate the winners and Tata for instituting this Initiative.

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National Essay Writing Competition 2024 for Ethiopian students

Deadline: April 20, 2024

Applications are invited for the National Essay Writing Competition 2024 . The Ethiopian Law Schools Association (ELSA) and Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Office Ethiopia/African Union are pleased to announce a National Essay Writing Competition on the theme “The Role of Academia in Upholding the Rule of Law and Human Rights in Ethiopia.” This competition aims to foster critical thinking and scholarly discourse on the vital role of academia in promoting the rule of law and safeguarding human rights in the society.

About the Essay Competition

The multifaceted role of academia in upholding the rule of law and human rights in Ethiopia presents a rich tapestry of historical, theoretical, and practical considerations. They, therefore, can begin by examining how academia’s involvement has evolved throughout Ethiopian history, drawing parallels to global trends in academic activism and applying diverse theoretical frameworks to analyze its current impact. Further exploration can delve into specific areas of influence, such as how research sheds light on human rights abuses, informs legal reforms, and educates future generations of changemakers.

The power of public awareness and dialogue generated by academics through conferences, publications, and public engagement deserves its own spotlight, alongside direct legal and policy advocacy efforts. However, navigating challenges like restricted freedoms and resource constraints necessitates exploring strategies for collaboration, capacity building, and measuring the true impact of academia’s contributions. Additionally, focusing on specific disciplines, analyzing human rights within various contexts, and showcasing impactful case studies can offer further nuance and depth to your exploration. Remember, this is your canvas to paint – choose the sub-themes that resonate most with your unique perspective and voice!

• First Place:  30,000 ETB
• Second Place:  25,000 ETB
• Third Place:  20,000 ETB
• All registered students who timely submit an essay will receive a Certificate of Participation.
• The winning essays will be presented at a workshop organized by ELSA and KAS Office Ethiopia/African Union on 15 May 2024. This workshop will provide authors with the opportunity to showcase their ideas, engage in fruitful discussions, and contribute to the academic and politico-legal community in Ethiopia.

Eligibility

• They invite all passionate Ethiopian undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral students in law, political science, philosophy, or related social sciences, currently studying within Ethiopia, to share their thoughts and insights through this essay competition.
• The essay competition focuses on the theme “The Role of Academia in Upholding the Rule of Law and Human Rights in Ethiopia.” Applicants can either work on the given main topic or can identify a specific sub-theme within this topic that they are passionate about and develop a compelling essay.
• Maximum 3000 words (excluding references, bibliography, and footnotes).
• They must be typed in English for a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 15 pages, excluding footnotes, and sent as a PDF file. Page size must be standard (8”x11” or A4). The font size may not be smaller than 12 with 1.5 line spacing and applicants are advised to use a font such as Times New Roman, using Calibri that is recognized by a large number of software programs.
• Use a dedicated referencing style (e.g., APA, Harvard, OSCOLA, etc.) for proper citation and to avoid plagiarism.
• Submissions must be original, creative, and unpublished works. Plagiarized or previously published works will be disqualified.
• Essays shall be written in professional English.
• Each participant shall submit only one essay.
• Applicants must submit either an enrollment letter or their current registration slips along with their essay.

Evaluation Criteria

The essays will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Understanding of the concept of the rule of law and human right demonstrated knowledge of the law and policies regarding the rule of law in Ethiopia.
• Critical analysis and evaluation of legal principles: insightful analysis of the challenges, progress, and gaps in promoting the role of academia in the enhancement of the rule of law in Ethiopia.
• Originality of Ideas: creative thinking and original perspectives on the topic, proposing innovative ideas for future progress, and the role of young people.
• Structure: coherence, organization, grammar, overall quality of writing and the adherence to the guidelines.

Application

Submit your essay as an attachment to  [email protected]  and  [email protected] . Use the subject line: “National Essay Competition Submission.”

For more information, visit National Essay Writing Competition .

Jude Ogar is an educator and youth development practitioner with years of experience working in the education and youth development space. He is passionate about the development of youth in Africa.

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Law Audience’s 7th National Online Essay Writing Competition 2024

• Post author: Varun Kumar
• Post published: January 22, 2024
• Post category: Competitions / EVENTS
• Post comments: 0 Comments

Click Here to download the official notification (PDF File):

Click Here For Registration:

I. ABOUT COMPETITION:

Law Audience presents its 7th National Online Essay Writing Competition 2024 . This online competition is open for all law students pursuing 3-years LL.B Course or 5-years LL.B Course or pursuing LL.M . LiveLaw is acting as a official media partner for the event and Trayambak Overseas Pvt Ltd is acting as a Sponsor for the event.

No physical presence of the participants is required. Participants can write an essay on any given topic or on any topic related to the field of Law.  

Invest your precious time in this online competition and win some exciting prizes such as cash prizes, Internships, e-certificates of participation and free publications of selected essays in the online Law Audience Journal (e-ISSN: 2581-6705).

For further details read the complete brochure carefully.

II. ELIGIBILITY:

• It Shall Be An Online Event.
• At Present Students/Participants Must Be Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree In Law, i.e., 3-year LL.B. Course Or 5-year LL.B From Any Recognized College Or University Or Pursuing LL.M From Any Recognized University Or College;
• In One Team, Not More Than 2 Participants Are Allowed. But, However, Participants May Seek Individual Or Single Participation.
• In One Team, Participants From Different & Same Universities Or Schools Or Colleges Are Allowed.
• Students are required to upload their ID cards such as library card, identity card or any ID issued by your college/university, if not issued then submit a letter from your department’s head stating that you’re a student at their college/university (PDF File).

III. THEMES:

• The Impact of Cybersecurity Laws on Privacy Rights in the Digital Age.
• Examining the Legality and Ethics of AI in Legal Decision-Making.
• Challenges and Opportunities in International Environmental Law.
• The Role of Intellectual Property Laws in Fostering Innovation.
• Analyzing the Legal Implications of Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology.
• Human Rights in the Age of Technological Advancements: Balancing Security and Liberty.
• Legal and Ethical Considerations in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering.
• The Intersection of Social Media and Freedom of Speech: Legal Perspectives.
• Environmental Justice: Addressing Disparities in Environmental Law.
• Legal Implications of Climate Change: Responsibilities and Remedies.

Write on any topic related to the discipline of Law

IV. REGISTRATION PROCESS:

1.) The Registration Fee is 200 RS for an Individual/Single Registration & 250 RS for a Team Registration.

2.) Mode of Payment:

• i) GooglePay: 8351033361 or PhonePe: 8351033361 or

UPI ID: varunjaswal.jaswal66@oksbi or Scan QR Code.

3.) The participants must submit the duly filled Registration Form via Google Form after paying the registration fee(s) and attach the screenshot of the payment while filling up the Registration Form.

4.) An acknowledgement will be auto generated after filling up the Registration Form. You’ll receive a copy of your duly filled Registration Form. Check your email inbox including the Spam Folder.

REGISTRATION FORM LINK:

https://forms.gle/ESKBBMWEL2keyzRP6, (Click Here)

V. HOW TO SUBMIT:

Submit your essay in MS Word File only via a Google Form . If we receive it through any other mode other than the Google Form, then it shall be disqualified. PDF Files are not allowed. The title or name of the MS Word File of the essay must be your Team Code . Mention your “Team Code” on the first page of the essay in the “MS Word File” .

SUBMISSION FORM LINK FOR ESSAY:

https://forms.gle/CLKGBRnzhUCWuhCM7, (Click Here)

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The Registration Fee is not refundable. It is refundable only if the competition gets cancelled due to any reason whatsoever.

VI. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

1. Word limit: Minimum 1500 words & Maximum 5000 words (Including foot notes). 2. Format: MS Word File. 3. Font Style: Times New Roman. 4. Font Size: 12 for text, 14 for Headings, 10 for footnotes. 5. Page Numbering: Bottom Center. 6. Line Spacing: 1.5 for text and 1.0 for footnotes. 7. Alignment: Justified and page layout must be A4 size. 8. Margin: One inch each side. 9. The citation methodology to be followed is Harvard Bluebook (19th Edition).

10. All the write-ups must be plagiarism free (25% similarity is allowed with proper footnoting & references).

11. All the write-ups must be original work of the Author(s) and must not be published anywhere else or must not be under consideration for publication anywhere else.

Please do not mention your personal details such as your name, phone number, email address and other information of personal nature anywhere in the MS Word File . Non-compliance with the rules mentioned in the notification or brochure will result in disqualification of the essay.

VII. DECISION:

The decision of the jury or organizer shall be final and binding.

There shall not be any separate marks sheet. The jury member or organizer shall read and examine your submitted essay and shall select the Winners accordingly. At the time of reviewing process, the jury member or organizer shall keep the following points in his/her mind quality or content of the essay, adherence to the submission guidelines and inclusion of the latest updates, etc.

VIII. PRIZES:

Certificate of Merit + Cash Prize of Rs 4000 + One Free Publication of 1000 rupees of selected essay in Vol. 5, Issue 4 of Law Audience Journal (e-ISSN: 2581-6705) + Certificate of Publication + An unpaid Internship opportunity at Trayambak Overseas Pvt Ltd.

Certificate of Merit + Cash Prize of Rs 3000 + One Free Publication of 1000 rupees of selected essay in Vol. 5, Issue 4 of Law Audience Journal (e-ISSN: 2581-6705) + Certificate of publication + An unpaid Internship opportunity at Trayambak Overseas Pvt Ltd.

Certificate of Merit + Cash Prize of Rs 2500 + One Free Publication of 1000 rupees of selected essay in Vol. 5, Issue 4 of Law Audience Journal (e-ISSN: 2581-6705) + Certificate of publication + An unpaid Internship opportunity at Trayambak Overseas Pvt Ltd.

COMPLEMENTARY PRIZE:

One Free Hard Copy of Law Audience Digest.

An electronic copy of the Certificate of Participation will be emailed to all the registered participants after the successful declaration of the official result.

Publication of selected essay means, publication of the essay submitted for this Competition. Essays selected for publication in the Law Audience Journal will have to sign a Copyright Agreement with the Law Audience Journal. Selected essays will be published in Vol. 5, Issue 4 within 1 month from the date of declaration of the result. Trayambak can enroll 3 interns each for the month of March, April and May 2024 (for winners only, not for complementary prize)

Visit Law Audience Journal Using this Link:

https://www.lawaudience.com/law-journal/ , (Click Here)

IX. IMPORTANT DATES:

• CONTACT DETAILS:

Contact Person Name: Adv. Varun Kumar,

Founder & Owner, Law Audience.

Contact No: +91-8351033361 or 7018537723.

Email ID: [email protected] or [email protected] . 

Contact Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Official Website: www.lawaudience.com .

• Facebook UserId: @lawaudience.
• Instagram UserId: @lawaudienceofficial.
• Twitter UserId: @audience_law.
• YouTube: LawAudience.

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