Submissions are invited for Institute for Youth in Policy International Essay Writing Contest 2023. The last date of submission is June 9, 2023.
About Institute for Youth in Policy
The Institute for Youth in Policy is the leading nonpartisan organization that is strictly youth-led and youth founded.
Contest Overview
The Institute for Youth in Policy International Essay Writing Contest is an opportunity for students to use their voice and writing ability in order to think critically about the state of politics in their country and declare the change they hope to see, all while competing for cash prizes and opportunities to get their writing published!
Essay Prompt
Countless countries around the world suffer from a plethora of issues – economic hardship, social turmoil, political polarization, pandemic recovery, unreliable leadership, corrupt governance, warfare and conflict, the list goes on. If you were elected the leader of your country, what would you do to address the issues your country faces in order to build a more prosperous society?
Who can Participate?
Any student, in any country, who is enrolled in an accredited high school or college/university at the time of submitting their essay is eligible to participate in the Institute for Youth in Policy International Essay Contest and compete for the prizes. Students taking academic gap years or semesters are also eligible.
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded to participants for the overall quality of their essays. Prizes for first, second and third place winner are as follows:
- 1st Prize: As the First Place winner of our international essay contest, you will be given the opportunity to publish your essay in the inaugural issue of YIP’s magazine, The Democratic Toolkit, as well as on our website, giving you the chance to showcase your writing to a wide audience and make a real impact with your words. Additionally, the First Place winner will also receive a $250 prize and a special winner’s certificate to recognize their incredible achievement.
- 2nd Prize: The Second Place winner will also be afforded the opportunity to publish their essay on the Institute’s website in order to showcase their writing and ideas. In addition, they will receive a certificate of recognition as the Second Place winner to commemorate their achievement.
- 3rd Prize: The Third Place winner will also be given the opportunity to publish their essay on our website and to receive a certificate recognizing their achievement.
How to Submit?
Interested students can submit online via this link.
Submission Deadline
The last date of submission is June 9, 2023.
Contact
Email: essaycontest[at]yipinstitute[dot]org
Click here to view the official notification for Institute for Youth in Policy International Essay Writing Contest 2023.
