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Anti-Racism International Youth Writing Contest 2022

The Anti-Racism International Youth Writing Contest is designed to offer students the opportunity to define and lead conversations about racism, at a personal and political level. This is a youth-led competition for youth, open to anyone aged 14 to 21 across the world, regardless of background and nationality 

Submit a piece of written work up to 1000 words about your reflections on the following quote:

“We have always lived in a pandemic of racism.”

We are interested in hearing your story and unique perspective about the topic; the use of personal narratives to inform your writing is highly encouraged.

Submission: All essays are to be submitted through this form by 22  August 2022 at 11:59 pm EST.

If you are unable to access the google form, please submit the following materials to antiracismwritingcontest@gmail.com by August 22: a single pdf document of your essay meeting all the format requirements (12-point font, title, word count, no identifying information) and a second pdf document with the following information: name, school affiliation, age, and a statement confirming that you have read the Essay Specifications and Terms and Conditions.

Winners will be announced in October 2022. For further information surrounding essay requirements, awards, and our roster of judges, please refer to our webpage and our Instagram account where questions are answered in detail.

Cash prizes: 1st place: $1000CAD (Canadian Dollars), 2nd place: $500CAD (Canadian Dollars), 3rd place: $200CAD (Canadian Dollars).

For any inquiries, please contact us at antiracismwritingcontest@gmail.com

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420 West 118th Street
New York, NY 10027
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1022 International Affairs Building (IAB)

Mail Code 3308

420 West 118th Street

New York, NY 10027

Ph: (212) 854-3680
Fax: (212) 854-0749
Business Hours:
Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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