The Wole Soyinka International Cultural Exchange Essay Submission is a Program designed for the purpose of using the platforms of Literature, Arts, and Culture to affirm and uphold the dignity of man. Focusing on the youths as the future of humanity, the ICE seeks to foster unity among mankind regardless of nationality, ethnicity, and religion.
The second and integral part of the year’s cultural exchange is the essay competition which targets the youth, and is open in two categories:
- Ages 12-17 – Secondary/High School students (350-400 words)
- Ages 17-22 – College, University and Tertiary level students (800-1000 words).
- Three winners from each category will be announced on the 14th of July during a scheduled Meet & Greet session in the same virtual/digital space.
WORTH
Junior: Ages 12-16 Winner
Runner Up:
$300
$200
Senior: Ages 17-22 Winner
Runner Up
$500
$300
- The overall winner in the Junior category gets an additional $300
- The overall winner in the senior category gets an additional $500
ELIGIBILITY
Click here to view full guidelines for submission.
- Originality and creativity: Treatment of the theme showing imagination, human interest, and a fresh point of view. Ability to think ‘outside the box’ in an unusual way.
- Content and structure: Clearly express your ideas in an organized manner. Fully develop your theme and use transitions to move smoothly from one idea to the other.
- Adherence to the topic.
- Logical flow; using proper grammar and spelling.
- Wow, factor: Exceptional essays that display an incredible use of vocabulary, clever ideas, and unique style.
- Length: Participants must conform to the word limit specified for each category.
- No use of foul or derogatory words or insinuation.
DEADLINE: June 26, 2020.
To apply and for more information visit here.
