This annual essay contest is organized in an effort to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world’s youth in promoting a culture of peace and sustainable development. It also aims to inspire society to learn from the young minds and to think about how each of us can make a difference in the world.

The competition is open to anyone up to 25 years old. There are two age categories:

• Children (up to 14 years old)
• Youth (15-25 years old)

Theme: “My Experience of Overcoming Conflict”

Conflicts occur for a variety of reasons, including differences in opinions and values. Have you ever had an experience of overcoming a conflict that you were involved in? What did you learn from that experience? How do you want to make use of what you learned, for your own life and for society?

Essays must be 700 words or less in English or French, or 1600 characters or less in Japanese.

Essays must be original and unpublished. Only one entry per person is accepted.

Entries must be submitted online.