Deadline: November 25, 2024
Applications are open for the Pollicy Youth & Elections in Africa Dialogue Series Essay Writing Competition 2025. What does it take to make your voice heard in an election year? In a world where social media, misinformation, and representation can shape outcomes, young people have a unique power and a responsibility to contribute to the integrity of elections, the development of democracy and enriching their civic participation.
The essay writing competition as part of the Youth and Elections in Africa Dialogue Series is an opportunity for you to reflect, delve deeper, bringing fresh insights and perspectives on the real issues surrounding African elections in 2024 and beyond. It aims to encourage critical thinking and empower young voices to share perspectives on the role of social media, combating misinformation, and promoting female representation in elections.
Prizes
First three winners of the essay competition will receive the following:
- Cash prize:
- 1st – $300
- 2nd – $200
- 3rd – $100
- Certificate of recognition
- Publication of essays on Pollicy’s Medium with credit given to the author.
Eligibility
- Participants must be adults between 18 and 30 years old.
- Open to young people residing in African countries.
- Language should be English and Swahili.
Evaluation Criteria
Entries will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Originality and Creativity: Uniqueness of ideas and the creative approach to presenting them. Essays must be original works and should not have been previously published. Plagiarism and AI generated essays will automatically result in disqualification.
- Relevance: The extent to which the blog addresses the outlined themes.
- Potential Impact: The anticipated impact of the content on the audience and wider community.
Application
- Submissions should be sent strictly via email to [email protected] by Monday, November 25, 2024, 11:59 pm EAT with the subject line: “Youth and Elections In Africa Essay Submission – (Your Name)”
- Ensure that your essay and all required information are included in both the body of the email and your essay document.
For more information, visit Pollicy Competition.
