MY ROLE AS A CITIZEN OF EARTH
In the vast universe, we were born on this planet called Earth, where various cultures and ethnicities, all living things, and all of nature exist together. However, in our world today, we face numerous problems--environmental destruction, resource depletion, wars and conflicts, poverty, and many more--that make our future uncertain. Given this situation, what do you think is the best way forward for humanity? How do you wish to fulfill your role as a citizen of Earth?
Application deadline 15 June 2014
| 1. | Essays may be submitted by anyone up to 25 years old (as of June 15, 2014) in one of the following age categories: a) Children (ages up to 14) b) Youth (ages 15 - 25) | ||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Essays must be 700 words or less in English, French, Spanish or German; or 1600 characters or less in Japanese, typed or printed. | ||||||||||||||||
| 3. | Essays must have a cover page indicating (1) category (Children or Youth) (2) essay title (3) your name (4) address (5) phone number (6) e-mail (7) nationality (8) age as of June 15, 2014 (9) gender (10) school name (if applicable) (11) word count. Teachers and youth directors may submit a collection of essays from their class or group. Please enclose a list of participants' names, ages and the name and contact information of the submitting teacher or director. * Entries missing any of the above information will not be considered. | ||||||||||||||||
| 4. | Entries may be submitted by postal mail or online. * IMPORTANT: To send your essay online, you must go to the online registration page at www.goipeace.or.jp and follow the required steps. | ||||||||||||||||
| 5. | Essays must be original and unpublished. | ||||||||||||||||
| 6. | Essays must be written by one person. Co-authored essays are not accepted. | ||||||||||||||||
| 7. | Copyright of the essays entered will be assigned to the organizers. http://www.goipeace.or.jp/english/activities/programs/1401.html The following awards will be given in the Children’s category and Youth category respectively:
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