Deadline
15 June 2022
Who may enter
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)
Short description
This annual essay contest for young people is organized by the Goi Peace Foundation based in Japan.
This year’s theme is “My Values”.
“ Our values determine how we think and act, and they shape the society we live in. What are the values that you hold dear? How can you best live your life in line with those values, and in doing so, what kind of society do you hope to create?
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Essays must be original and unpublished.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.
Entry fees
The competition is free to enter.
Prizes
The following awards will be given in the Children’s category and Youth category:
• 1st prize (1 winner): certificate and prize of 100,000 Yen and gift
• 2nd prize (3 winners): certificate and prize of 50,000 Yen and gift
• 3rd prize (5 winners): certificate and gift
Competition website
For further information visit the official competition website.