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• 2024 LFL National Essay Contest Winners

The annual Lutherans For Life Essay Contest, sponsored by the Council of Federation Presidents, continues to offer our Lutheran students the opportunity to affirm and express their belief in the sanctity of life. The theme this year is Life Shines in Darkness , using the Bible verse, “In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (John 1:4-5).

The national essay contest is offered to students in two categories: grades 6-8 and grades 9-12. Students in both Federation states and Non-Federation states are eligible to participate. After each state has submitted their first-place winner, a national committee selects a national first-place and second-place winner in each category. Any student in a Lutheran school or Lutheran congregation (e.g., confirmation class, youth group, Lutheran home school) is eligible when validated by their teacher or pastor, along with parental consent.

All state winners should be commended on winning at their state level. The national first-place award is $250, a framed certificate, free LFL conference registration for both the student and parents, a free hotel stay for the conference, and $200 for travel expenses. The second-place award for both categories is $125 and a framed certificate. The Council of Federation Presidents just voted to increase the awards for 2025. Information about the 2025 Essay Contest can be found here .

2024 LFL Grades 9-12 National Essay Contest Winners

Here is Claire’s essay titled “Sanctity of Life—Abortion.”

Do you know what the darkest spiritual place is in your city? Elizabeth Johnston, author and pro-life activist, posed this question to her followers ( elizabethjohnston.org ). The answer: your local abortion clinic. This world is full of sinful and dark places where the most evil of human acts occur, but Jesus came to offer us hope and light in the midst of the darkness that our sin so often leads us into. One of these lights, when talking about abortion, is the pregnancy care centers that seek to offer women and their partners hope in a time of uncertainty and also give the unborn a chance at life. God’s Word is very clear about shining light in the darkness. In John 1:4-5, it is written that “In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, but the darkness has not overcome it.” Our family has been a strong supporter of local pregnancy centers, and I feel this is one of the most urgent matters of our time—supporting women as they go through an unplanned pregnancy and helping people to realize that God has a plan for every life, planned or not.

Pregnancy care centers are there for women when they find themselves in an unplanned and desperate situation. Just like Jesus was there for the little lamb when it was lost, carrying it to safety, a pregnancy care center acts as the “hands and feet of Jesus” to those with an unplanned pregnancy. Pregnancy centers offer women free ultrasounds and counseling, along with care and support once a baby is born. These centers have been proven to offer both a life and a future to the mother and the child. God’s Word tells us that each life has value, and each human being is an image bearer of Him. When a woman walks into an abortion clinic, she is not being told of the value her child holds. All she is offered is a way out of a situation that will only lead to loss of life and immeasurable despair and grief that she will carry with her for the rest of her life. Pregnancy centers offer so much more to the mother and baby!

The sanctity of life is affirmed many times throughout the Bible, and it is our Christian duty to uphold what God has so clearly stated in His Word. Just a few of these verses that speak clearly to this are Genesis 1:27: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them,” Psalm 139:13-16: “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful; I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be,” and Jeremiah 1:4-5: “The word of the Lord came to me, saying, ‘Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.’”    

Unplanned pregnancies are not the only situations where abortion is often looked to. Babies diagnosed with life-altering conditions and disabilities are also at a higher risk of termination. One example is babies diagnosed with Down syndrome in utero .  In the U.S., 60-90% of babies with Down syndrome are aborted (United States Congress Joint Economic Committee). The thought of having a child with Down syndrome is overwhelming to many parents. The unknowns of health issues and providing a lifetime of care for their child can leave many parents feeling overwhelmed, and they may feel like abortion is their only option. This is another opportunity where a pregnancy care center can guide the mother and father in choosing life for their child. Pregnancy care centers are the light in the midst of the darkness.

My prayer is that more people would come to know and understand the sanctity of life. It is through our nation’s pregnancy care centers that women can find hope and direction, but most importantly, find the value in saving the life of their unborn child. Until Christ makes His return, all of those who proclaim to be believers and followers of Him need to step into these situations to uphold the sanctity of life and give voice to the voiceless.

Thank you, Claire, for your voice and your actions supporting those who cannot speak for themselves. Thank you for reminding us that we, as followers of Jesus, do care about unborn babies and   moms and dads. All people are created in the image of God, and our role in life is to help people see the value and sanctity of that gift of Life. Yours is a special voice doing just that.

Andrew’s essay was titled “The New Holocaust.”  He rightly compares the holocaust of Nazi Germany, when 12 million people were exterminated because they were believed to be “inferior” human beings, to the deaths of 63 million babies between the years 1973 and 2022 for the same reason. Well done, Andrew.

2024 LFL Grades 6-8 National Essay Contest Winners

Ally’s essay is titled “An Open Door.”

At first, I didn’t like it; I was young and selfish. Adding two new kids to my family was difficult. In 2020, my family fostered two beautiful girls, Athena and Roseanne. I was ten years old when we fostered, and they were only six and seven. There were times I’d complain about how they were overtaking my home. They didn’t have the same rules or follow the same expectations; in my head, they were being let off easy. I didn’t understand what my parents were actually doing. We already had a big family. What I came to realize was that they were planting a light in the darkness as God called them to do. John 1:4-5 states, “In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” My parents truly valued life and wanted to give these girls a chance to see Jesus. This helped me understand that foster care fulfills Jesus’ command to care for the fatherless.

We fostered for three and a half months. As time went on, I realized God’s plan for these girls and why He placed them in my home. As my love for them grew, I realized what a blessing foster care is—not just for me but for these children as well. We provided a safe home and a chance for them to see Christ. This was something they never would’ve experienced if not for my parents opening doors as God commanded: “You must love the foreigner as yourself” (Leviticus 19:33-34). By the end, foster care became one of the best things that ever happened to me.

Christ says in Isaiah 1:17, “Learn to do right! Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow.” It states how important caring for orphans is to God. Foster care plays a part in fulfilling God’s command and sparking a light for those who haven’t had a chance to see God.

Finally, all lives are significant to God, even those of the fatherless. We’re called to be a light in the darkness and care for orphans. Furthermore, foster care provides the opportunity to share God’s Word with those who need it. It’s a chance to spark light into the dark lives of these young children. It’s a real blessing; all it takes is an open door.

Thank you, Ally, for the honesty and love that shine through in your essay. Sometimes we don’t understand at first why things happen in our life, but as God promises, He showers us with blessing after blessing as we walk in His ways. What a wonderful gift to you that “[your] love for them grew,” and what a wonderful lesson you have passed on to all of us!

Leviathan’s essay is titled “Life Shines in Darkness.” He tells the story of an unplanned pregnancy in his family that started with anxiety and worry and ended with joy at the birth of his little brother Judah. Thank you, Leviathan, for reminding us that God always knows the plans He has for us, and He blesses those who love Him and trust in Him.

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AZ529 2024 Essay Writing Contest

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Your 5th or 6th grader could win $529 towards an AZ529 Education Savings Plan.

CONTEST RULES

CONTEST IS OPEN AUGUST 26 THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2024.

Tell us how you’d make the world a better place.

For the fifth year, Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee and the AZ529 Education Savings Plan are hosting an essay contest for kids. The 2024 Essay Writing Contest invites Arizona 5th and 6th graders to submit essays explaining their dream job and the steps they’ll take to reach it. Winners will receive $529 toward an AZ529 Education Savings Plan to fund their future educational aspirations!

Contest Details

All current 5th and 6th grade students in Arizona, including students from district, charter, private schools, tribal schools, and homeschools.

Answer the question, “What is your dream job and how do you plan on achieving it in the future?” Responses should be a minimum of three (3) paragraphs with a maximum of 350 words. The more creative, unique, and thought-provoking the better!

Entries will be accepted through October 6, 2024 at 11:59 PM (MST).

Online: Essays can be submitted online at AZ529.gov/EssayContest using the upload button on this page. (Accepted file types: Microsoft Word, PDF, JPG and JPEG. Max. file size: 256 MB).

Or you can mail entries to: 5th and 6th Grade Essay Writing Contest Attention: Jeffrey O. Office of the State Treasurer 1700 West Washington Street, #102 Phoenix, AZ 85007

Because winning $529 towards a new or existing AZ529 Education Savings Plan is an incredible way to launch your 5th or 6th grader’s future!

Twenty (20) prizes, each in the amount of $529, will be awarded towards a new or existing AZ529 Education Savings Plan. Winners will be selected from each of Arizona’s 15 counties and there will also be winners representing all types of schools, including students from district, charter, private schools, tribal schools, and homeschools. We’re excited to help 20 young writers start saving for their educational plans beyond high school!

Official Contest Rules

One (1) original entry per person.

HOW TO ENTER:

Online: Upload entries using the “Upload Here” button on this page. (Accepted file types: Microsoft Word, PDF, JPG and JPEG. Max. file size: 256 MB).

All entries must be received by October 6, 2024 at 11:59 PM (MST).

JUDGING CRITERIA:

• Entries will be judged and scored by a panel of judges, including representatives of the AZ529 Plan Advisory Committee.
• Entries will be anonymously judged based on a scoring rubric of: 40 percent for overall content, 30 percent for originality, and 30 percent for organization. Any ties will be broken based on an additional score for overall readability and grammar.
• Judges will also ensure that a student is selected from each of the five (5) main types of schools in Arizona: district, charter, private schools, tribal schools, or homeschools.

ELIGIBILITY: All participants must be Arizona residents, currently enrolled in 5th or 6th grade as of August 2024 in an Arizona school. The parent or legal guardian submitting an entry on behalf of the minor must also be an Arizona resident. Employees and families of the Arizona State Treasurer’s Office and Davidson Belluso are not eligible to win.

PRIZES: Twenty (20) awards, each in the amount of $529, will be awarded toward an AZ529 Education Savings Plan, across Arizona. All prizes will be conveyed through a direct contribution to a new or existing AZ529 account in the name of the winner or their parent/guardian. No cash prizes will be awarded.

WINNER SELECTION/VERIFICATION: Winners and their parents/guardians will be notified by phone and/or email after the close of the contest and completion of judging. To receive AZ529 funds, parents/guardians must submit verification of an open AZ529 account within 90 days after the award notification. If verification is not completed within 90 days of the notification, the prize will be forfeited.

AGREEMENT TO THE OFFICIAL RULES: By participating in the Contest, each Entrant fully and unconditionally agrees to accept these Official Rules and the decision of the sponsor and judges which are final and binding in all matters related to the Contest. No purchase necessary to enter or win.

AGREEMENT TO USE OF CONTENT: By submitting an entry, each participant (and their parent or legal guardian) agrees to allow The Office of the Arizona State Treasurer , AZ529, Arizona’s Education Savings Plan and its agents to use the content of each essay. Verbiage from selected essays may be shared online or in print for marketing purposes, either in full or in excerpts. The child’s last name will not be shared or posted online or in a social message but may be used in news releases or media coverage. Further, by submitting an entry, a parent or legal guardian agrees to allow AZ529 to use their own or their child’s likeness, photograph(s), video, voice, or name without costs of advertising, publicity, social media, or any other lawful purpose in any medium now known or hereafter, without any review or approval.

DISCLOSURE OF SPONSORS: The AZ529 Education Savings Plan is managed by The Office of the Arizona State Treasurer . Approved AZ529 Plan providers include Fidelity and Goldman Sachs Asset Management. This contest is being managed by Davidson Belluso, marketing partner of the Arizona Education Savings Plan.

TAX LIABILITY: The Sponsors and their agents make no representations as to the tax liability or deductibility of a prize. Each participant (and their parent or legal guardian) shall be solely responsible for filing and paying any taxes arising from the receipt of a prize.

Who will judge?

The 20 winners will be declared by a panel of judges from the AZ529 Advisory Committee. The panel will read and judge each essay based on content, originality, and organization.

What is an AZ529 account?

The AZ529 Education Savings Plan is a designated account to save for qualified higher education expenses at universities, colleges, vocational, and technical schools. Contributions to this account grow on a tax-deferred basis. Funds in an AZ529 account can be used for tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, a computer, internet services and other related educational expenses.

Does my child have to attend an Arizona university to use the AZ529 funds?

If your child wins, you will receive a $529 deposit into an AZ529 Education Savings Plan. AZ529 funds can be used to pay for higher education institutions across the country and some schools abroad. There is no obligation to use the winning funds at a specific vocational school, college, or university.

AZ529 funds can be used for education expenses including tuition and fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for an accredited postsecondary institution or participation in an apprenticeship program registered and certified with the Secretary of Labor under section 1 of the National Apprenticeship Act. AZ529 account funds can also be used for qualified student loan repayments, up to a lifetime maximum of $10,000 per beneficiary. Students who are enrolled at least half-time may use AZ529 account funds for room and board expenses.

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Local News | Westmoor student wins first place in state division of national essay contest on the stock market

According to a news release, Anthony placed first in the state of Illinois in the Elementary School Division of the Spring 2024 InvestWrite national essay competition.

Last spring, 4th- and 5th-grade Westmoor students participated in The Stock Market Game, a financial education program challenging students to manage a hypothetical $100,000 online portfolio of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and cash, the release said. The game and the essay contest are sponsored by the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association Foundation (SIFMA) Foundation. The foundation delivered a cache of prizes to Anthony after his essay was named the best in the state in the elementary division. In total, 959 students participated in the competition nationally.

Anthony’s 4th-grade teacher, Nick Grigolo, presented the award to Anthony on Monday in front of his classmates. Anthony’s team invested in a number of sporting goods and other companies including Lululemon, according to the release. His essay recaps his experience investing in the Stock Market Game and offers the golden rule of advice in stocks: “Buy low, sell high.”

“Mr. Sylvano (the 4th grade literacy teacher) taught me to really like literacy and writing and I wanted to try my best to see if I could win anything,” Anthony said in the release. “I thought I might make it in the top ten but I didn’t think I would win!”

“Anthony has so much going for him. He is hardworking and kind but what really impresses me is his ability and desire to go above and beyond what is expected of him as student. Good isn’t good enough. Anthony always gives his very best,” Grigolo said.

Anthony said he is devoting his writing efforts this year to fiction, especially fantasy and mystery fiction, the release said. As for the $100 gift card, he says he plans to save it.

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Write a Notice on Essay Writing Competition in School (2024)

Are you searching about how to write a notice on essay writing competition in school? If yes, then don’t worry because, in this blog post, I will share some of the examples of notice writing on essay writing competition. These samples notice is valid for all classes. You can also modify the school name, date, student name, etc.

So without any further delay, let’s move toward notice on essay writing competition.

Essay Writing Competition Notice

Question 1:- As a cultural secretary of The Heritage School, Gurgaon, write a notice on the school notice board inviting students who are interested to participate in the essay writing competition. You are Varun/Vyshali.

The Heritage School, Gurgaon

Date:- 9th December, 20XX

Title:- Essay Writing Competition.

All the students are hereby informed that our school is going to organise an essay competition in the school seminar hall on 15th December, 20XX. Students of classes IX to XII are eligible to participate. The topic of essay writing will be given a day before the competition. Those who are interested to participate may submit their names to their respective class teachers.

Cultural Secretary

Question 2:- Your school has planned to organise an essay writing competition on 3rd March, 20XX on the occasion of International Writers’ Day. The program will held on school meeting hall. Draft a notice giving detailed information and inviting to those who are desirous to join. Sign as Mahesh/Mahima, Head Boy/Head Girl, Gurukulam Public School, Naharlagun.

Gurukulam Public School, Naharlagun

Date:- 28th February, 20XX

Subject:- Essay Writing Competition.

An essay writing competition is being organized in our school on the occasion of International Writers Day, March 3, 20XX. SDM of our district will be the chief guest. The program will start at 10:00 am and end at 1:00 pm. The topic of the essay is how pollution affects our health biologically. The best essay writing participants will get a prize from the hand of the SDM. So, interested one contact the undersigned.

Question 3:- You are the secretary of a cultural club of your school. Write a short notice giving information about the requirement of 5 participants from your school to take part in the inter-school essay writing competition. You are Raushan/Roshani.

TSG Gurukul School, Bhubaneswar

Date:- 8th June, 20XX

Topic:- Inter-School Essay Writing Competition.

An inter-school essay writing competition will be held in the ABC Public School, Angul in the second week of this month. Five participants are to be selected to represent our school. So, students who are willing to participate are requested to give their details to their respective class teachers.

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Write a Notice on Essay Writing Competition in School in English.

On the occasion of the celebration of Independence Day, your school has decided to hold an essay competition in your school. As Cultural Secretary of your school, write a notice for the students of your school, inviting participation. Also mention in your notice the subject of the essay.

XYZ  SCHOOL

Essay Writing Competition

Ref. No…               Date…

We are very glad to announce to the students of our school that our school is going to organize an essay competition on the occasion of the celebration of the Independence Day of our country. All concerned are requested to note the following guidelines:

a. Subject of the essay : On the life and activities of any freedom fighter.

b. Word limit : 600 – 650 words

c. Last date of submission of names : 10/08/20XX

d. Venue : Seminar hall of our school

e. Date & Time : 15/08/20XX, 10 a.m.

The top three essay writing participants will get an attractive prize and merit certificates from the hand of the headmaster. Those who want to participate in the competition are hereby requested to submit their names to their respective class teachers on or before the last date.

All concerned are requested to co-operate with us to make the entire programme successful.

Countersigned by

                                                                                        Sd/-

                                                                           Cultural Secretary

                                                                              XYZ SCHOOL

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Notice Writing Format

Notice writing is a key skill for sharing important information clearly and effectively. Whether you're in school or at work , being able to write a good notice helps you make sure that everyone understands the message. A notice should include all the essential details in a clear and simple format. This guide will help you learn how to write notices that are easy to read and understand, providing practical tips and examples to make the process straightforward.

Introduction about Notice Writing

There are two means of communication , Formal and Informal. Notice writing is a formal means of communication. The purpose of notice writing is to bring to notice a certain piece of information to a group of people. They are generally pinned in any common area where the concerned people can read them.

It is one of the common methods of communication . It gives important information about something that is about to take place or has taken place. It is usually meant for a wider audience and is put up in a public place for easy accessibility.

What is a Notice?

Notice is a formal, written, or printed announcement for a group of people. It is written in a very precise language, avoiding any extra details.

Basically, notices are a tool for disseminating information regarding any occasion or issue. They reach a large number of people in less time , that is why they are precise and brief in nature.

If it will not be precise, then the readers might not devote so much time only for reading it. And, it must be an art of a writer that he can express a long message in the shortest words possible. Plus, being simple is an extra advantage. Make sure you do not include any extra details, as it may misinterpret the real message. If you are still feeling confused, then check the format of the notice given below. With this, you will get a fair idea of writing a good notice.

Format of a Notice

Name of the Organisation - It refers to the name of the institution, of which the person writing a notice is a part. It is written on the top of the page, it helps the readers identify who issued the notice.

Title - ‘Notice’- This title says 'notice’, It lets the readers know that they are going to read the notice.

Date - The date is written on the left corner of the notice after leaving a tile. As the notices are formal communication, the date of issuing a notice is very important. The date should be written in a proper format, which is clear and easily understandable.

Heading - Heading explains what the notice is about in brief. Heading should reflect the content of the meeting. It is just like a ‘subject’ of an email, which gives a synopsis or purpose of the communication

Body - The body of the notice includes the main content for which the notice was issued. The body should contain all the necessary information required in the notice like the time of an event, venue of the event, and a date, and it should be written in a passive voice without the use of first-person.

{School/Organization Name}

Date: {DD/MM/YYYY}

Subject: {Brief Topic of the Notice}

To: {Target Audience}

Opening Statement: Clearly state the purpose of the notice. Include any relevant background information if needed.

Details: Provide all necessary details about the event, meeting, or announcement. Include specifics like date, time, venue, and any other pertinent information.

Action Required: Describe any actions that the recipients need to take. Include deadlines or additional instructions if applicable.

Contact Information: Provide contact details for further inquiries or clarifications.

Issued by: {Name} {Designation}

Example of Notice Writing

On the occasion of Environment day, the school has decided to organise a Fair. Nandita, the secretary of the environmental studies department, wants to call a meeting of the department students to discuss the details about the fair.

Tips on Notice Writing

A Well-Written Notice Must Inform the Readers About Five Questions

These five questions are considered the prime pillars of good notice writing, the first one is what is yet to occur. This will increase the curiosity of the readers and they will keep waiting for another question after this. Then, they obviously want to know the place of where the actual address is.

After where, the place of when comes, then who comes into the picture. ‘Whom’ is the last one. Now, you can relate it to 5 crucial Ws. But, the writer needs to keep it in mind that all these are associated with each other so that a sequence is maintained and the reader can understand the complete meaning of it.

What is Going to Happen

The notice should explicitly state the event or information about which the notice is written.

Where It Will Take Place

If it is an event then a place should be mentioned with a complete address and landmarks so that the reader can locate the venue without any hassle.

When It Will Take Place

The time should be written along with the place, make sure the time is a very important part and should be rechecked before issuing the notice.

Who Can Apply or is Eligible For It

The notice should state who it concerns and an unwanted crown can gather. It should be mentioned who all are eligible for that particular event on which the notice is issued.

Whom to Contact or Apply to

The issuing authority of notice should leave a piece of contact information for people to reach out to them.

No Extra Details

Any kind of extra details is not required in notice writing, as it will only deviate people from the main topic. Notice has to be not more than 50 words.

Follow the Structure

Following the notice writing format is highly recommended as it is uniformly accepted and could be noticed at once.

Appropriate Heading

Heading should be appropriate and should have content about the main purpose of the notice. If the heading is ambiguous, people might get confused and leave the notice unread.

Even if the message is short, it has to be very clear to the minds of the reader. Sometimes in cutting short the message, we lose the clarity. Notice has to be precise and accurate.

Thus, good notice writing is based on precise detail with no additional matter . Just like other write-ups, notice also has a structure that you need to follow while writing. Next comes a strong and appropriate heading, this can be a game-changer as it is the first one noticed by the readers. And, the last one is clarity, no need to explain that if a notice message is not clear it is of no use, so make it clear.

Sample Notice 1

Date: 16th August 2024

Subject: Upcoming School Annual Day Celebration

To All Students and Staff,

This is to inform you that the school's Annual Day Celebration will be held on 25th August 2024 in the school auditorium. The event will commence at 10:00 AM and is expected to conclude by 2:00 PM.

All students are requested to wear their school uniforms and report to their respective classrooms by 9:30 AM. The program will include various performances, including dance, music, and drama, showcasing the talent of our students. Parents are invited to attend and join in the celebration.

For any further information or queries, please contact the school office.

Principal {School Name}

Sample Notice 2

Subject: Staff Meeting on New Policy Implementation

To: All Staff Members

This is to notify all staff members that a mandatory meeting will be held on 20th August 2024 at 3:00 PM in the conference room. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the implementation of the new company policies and procedures.

Attendance is compulsory for all staff members. Please come prepared to discuss the changes and how they will affect your respective departments. If you are unable to attend due to unavoidable circumstances, please inform your department head in advance.

For any questions or additional information, please contact the HR department.

{Your Name}

{Company Name}

Takeaways from the Page

Purpose and Clarity : Notices should clearly communicate their purpose. The language should be straightforward to avoid confusion.

Structure : Follow a structured format—heading, date, subject, audience, details, and contact information. This ensures that all necessary information is included and easily accessible.

Brevity : Keep notices concise and to the point . Include only essential information to maintain clarity and avoid overwhelming the reader.

Professional Tone : Use a formal and professional tone appropriate for the audience and the context of the notice.

Action Steps : Clearly outline any actions required from the recipients. This ensures that they understand what is expected of them.

Proofreading : Always review your notice for accuracy and completeness before distribution to avoid errors and miscommunication.

FAQs on Notice Writing Guide: Examples, Tips, and Format

1. What is the standard notice writing format?

The standard notice writing format typically includes a clear heading, date, subject, audience, details of the notice, action required, and contact information.

2. Can you provide a notice writing example for a school event?

Certainly! An example would be a notice about an upcoming school fair, including details about the date, time, location, and any specific instructions for students and parents.

3. What are some common notice writing questions students might have?

Common questions include how to format a notice, what details to include, and how to ensure the notice is clear and effective.

4. How should I use the notice format in English for a company meeting?

For a company meeting, the notice format in English should include the meeting’s purpose, date, time, venue, and any action required from the employees.

5. What is the importance of following a proper notice writing format?

Following a proper notice writing format ensures that all necessary information is included and presented clearly, making it easier for recipients to understand and act on the notice.

6. Can you give an example of a notice writing question related to an emergency?

A question might be, "How do you write a notice for an emergency evacuation procedure?"

7. What should be included in the details section of a notice?

The details section should include specific information about the event or action, such as date, time, location, and any additional instructions or requirements.

8. How do I format a notice for a school competition?

Format the notice with a clear heading about the competition, the date of the event, time, venue, eligibility criteria, and how students can participate.

9. What are some key elements of a notice writing format for a public announcement?

Key elements include a clear and engaging heading, date, subject of the announcement, detailed information, and instructions or actions required by the public.

10. What are typical examples of notices for different purposes?

Examples include notices for school events, staff meetings, public announcements, emergency procedures, and policy changes.

11. How do I address a notice writing question about formatting for a formal event?

For a formal event, ensure that the notice format includes a professional heading, the formal date and time, precise location details, and any specific instructions or dress codes.

12. What should be the tone of a notice according to the notice writing format?

The tone should be formal, clear, and straightforward, reflecting the importance of the information being communicated and ensuring that it is easily understood by the recipients.

English Compositions

Notice Writing on Debate Competition [4 Examples] With PDF

In this lesson today, you will learn to write notices on Debate competitions. Here I will write four sets of sample notices on this topic for a holistic understanding of all kinds of students. So, let’s start. 

Lyceum Public School, Howrah

4 April 2022

DEBATE COMPETITION

All the students of our school are hereby notified that our school is going to organize an inter-class debate competition for the students of classes 9 and 10 as well as 11 and 12 on the 12th of April. The topics for the debate competition are as follows:

For classes 9 and 10:

• Books are better than television.
• Science – a blessing or a curse? 

For classes 11 and 12:

• Democracy is the best form of government. 
• Censorship and the freedom of speech. 

Students who are interested in participating in the competition are requested to contact their respective class teachers and submit their names by the 10th of April. The venue of the competition is conference hall number 2. The competition will start at 10 a.m. on the 12th of April. All the students are invited to enthusiastically participate in the event. For more details, please contact the undersigned. 

(Signature) 

[SHRUTI SINGH]  Head Girl 

St. Teresa School, Pune

17 September 2021

All the students of our school are hereby notified that our school is going to participate in an inter-school debate competition that will be held on the 25th of September. Other schools participating in the competition are St. Pius Convent School, St. Thomas School, South Point School and Maria’s Day School. The competition will be held separately for classes 6 to 8, 9 and 10 as well as 11 and 12. The topics for the debate competition are as follows:

For classes 6 to 8:

Topic – Giving is better than receiving. 

Topic – Capital punishment. 

Topic – Artificial intelligence. 

Students who are interested in participating in the competition are requested to contact their respective class teachers and submit their names by the 20th of September. All the students are expected to participate enthusiastically. For more information, please contact the undersigned. 

[ADITYA KUMAR]  Vice Secretary

Bidya Bharati School, Kolkata 

1st January 2022

All the students of classes IX to XII are notified that on the eve of Republic Day, a debate competition will be held in the Netaji Indoor Stadium, Kolkata, from 10 am. The topic of the debate is, Is post-colonial India still in need of British enlightenment? All participants will be provided with a time limit of 3 minutes and they should strictly adhere to it. All should be in uniforms to attend the debate. Interested people can submit their names to the school office by 15th January. After that, no one is allowed to participate. Everyone is requested to enthusiastically participate in this event and make it a big success. For more details, contact the undersigned.

(Signature)

[Debarati Chakraborty] Principal.

New Hope Sunshine Club, Kolkata

All members of the society are hereby informed that a debate competition will be organized by the local secretary of the New hope sunshine club for children between the ages of 16-20. The event is on 30th January, on the day of the Saraswati Puja. All interested participants are requested to submit their names to the club before the 20th. After that, all submissions will be closed. The topic of the debate is whether capitalism is a boon for the modern world. Participants are hereby informed to come in decent white clothes and a tricolour badge attached to them. The event will begin at 10 am. So the participants are requested to report by 9:30. No comments on any political or religious insensibility will be bothered. For further information please contact the undersigned.

[Debopriya Chakraborty] Club Secretary 

So, after going through this session, hopefully, all your doubts regarding this topic have been resolved. If you still have any kind of confusion, kindly let me know through the comment section below. I will attend to your query as soon as possible.

Keep browsing our website for more important sessions related to various kinds of English comprehension. And join our Telegram channel to get the latest updates on our upcoming sessions. Thank you for being with us. All the best. 

Essay  COMPETITION

2024 global essay prize, the short list for the 2024 global essay prize was released on wednesday, 31 july..

The John Locke Institute encourages young people to cultivate the characteristics that turn good students into great writers: independent thought, depth of knowledge, clear reasoning, critical analysis and persuasive style. Our Essay Competition invites students to explore a wide range of challenging and interesting questions beyond the confines of the school curriculum.

Entering an essay in our competition can build knowledge, and refine skills of argumentation. It also gives students the chance to have their work assessed by experts. All of our essay prizes are judged by a panel of senior academics drawn from leading universities including Oxford and Princeton, under the leadership of the Chairman of Examiners, former Cambridge philosopher, Dr Jamie Whyte.

The judges will choose their favourite essay from each of seven subject categories - Philosophy, Politics, Economics, History, Psychology, Theology and Law - and then select the winner of the Grand Prize for the best entry in any subject. There is also a separate prize awarded for the best essay in the junior category, for under 15s.

Q1. Do we have any good reasons to trust our moral intuition?

Q2. Do girls have a (moral) right to compete in sporting contests that exclude boys?

Q3. Should I be held responsible for what I believe?

Q1. Is there such a thing as too much democracy?

Q2. Is peace in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip possible?

Q3. When is compliance complicity?

Q1. What is the optimal global population?  

Q2. Accurate news reporting is a public good. Does it follow that news agencies should be funded from taxation?

Q3. Do successful business people benefit others when making their money, when spending it, both, or neither?

Q1. Why was sustained economic growth so rare before the later 18th century and why did this change?

Q2. Has music ever significantly changed the course of history?

Q3. Why do civilisations collapse? Is our civilisation in danger?

Q1. When, if ever, should a company be permitted to refuse to do business with a person because of that person’s public statements?

Q2. In the last five years British police have arrested several thousand people for things they posted on social media. Is the UK becoming a police state?

Q3. Your parents say that 11pm is your bedtime. But they don’t punish you if you don’t go to bed by 11pm. Is 11pm really your bedtime?

Q1. According to a study by researchers at four British universities, for each 15-point increase in IQ, the likelihood of getting married increases by around 35% for a man but decreases by around 58% for a woman. Why?

In the original version of this question we misstated a statistic. This was caused by reproducing an error that appeared in several media summaries of the study. We are grateful to one of our contestants, Xinyi Zhang, who helped us to see (with humility and courtesy) why we should take more care to check our sources. We corrected the text on 4 April. Happily, the correction does not in any way alter the thrust of the question.

Q2. There is an unprecedented epidemic of depression and anxiety among young people. Can we fix this? How?

Q3. What is the difference between a psychiatric illness and a character flaw?

Q1. “I am not religious, but I am spiritual.” What could the speaker mean by “spiritual”?

Q2. Is it reasonable to thank God for protection from some natural harm if He is responsible for causing the harm?

Q3. Does God reward those who believe in him? If so, why?

JUNIOR prize

Q1. Does winning a free and fair election automatically confer a mandate for governing?

Q2. Has the anti-racism movement reduced racism?

Q3. Is there life after death?

Q4. How did it happen that governments came to own and run most high schools, while leaving food production to private enterprise? 

Q5. When will advancing technology make most of us unemployable? What should we do about this?

Q6. Should we trust fourteen-year-olds to make decisions about their own bodies? 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS & FURTHER DETAILS

Please read the following carefully.

Entry to the John Locke Institute Essay Competition 2024 is open to students from any country.

Registration  

Only candidates who registered before the registration deadline of Friday, 31 May 2024 may enter this year's competition.

All entries must be submitted by 11.59 pm BST on  the submission deadline: Sunday, 30 June 2024 .  Candidates must be eighteen years old, or younger, on that date. (Candidates for the Junior Prize must be fourteen years old, or younger, on that date.)

Entry is free.

Each essay must address only one of the questions in your chosen subject category, and must not exceed 2000 words (not counting diagrams, tables of data, endnotes, bibliography or authorship declaration). 

The filename of your pdf must be in this format: FirstName-LastName-Category-QuestionNumber.pdf; so, for instance, Alexander Popham would submit his answer to question 2 in the Psychology category with the following file name:

Alexander-Popham-Psychology-2.pdf

Essays with filenames which are not in this format will be rejected.

The candidate's name should NOT appear within the document itself. 

Candidates should NOT add footnotes. They may, however, add endnotes and/or a Bibliography that is clearly titled as such.

Each candidate will be required to provide the email address of an academic referee who is familiar with the candidate's written academic work. This should be a school teacher, if possible, or another responsible adult who is not a relation of the candidate. The John Locke Institute will email referees to verify that the essays submitted are indeed the original work of the candidates.

Submissions may be made as soon as registration opens in April. We recommend that you submit your essay well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute complications.  To submit your essay, click here .  

Acceptance of your essay depends on your granting us permission to use your data for the purposes of receiving and processing your entry as well as communicating with you about the Awards Ceremony Dinner, the academic conference, and other events and programmes of the John Locke Institute and its associated entities.  

Late entries

If for any reason you miss the 30 June deadline you will have an opportunity to make a late entry, under two conditions:

a) A late entry fee of 20.00 USD must be paid by credit card within twenty-four hours of the original deadline; and

b) Your essay must be submitted  before 11.59 pm BST on Wednesday, 10 July 2024.

To pay for late entry, a registrant need only log into his or her account, select the relevant option and provide the requested payment information.

Our grading system is proprietary. Essayists may be asked to discuss their entry with a member of the John Locke Institute’s faculty. We use various means to identify plagiarism, contract cheating, the use of AI and other forms of fraud . Our determinations in all such matters are final.

Essays will be judged on knowledge and understanding of the relevant material, the competent use of evidence, quality of argumentation, originality, structure, writing style and persuasive force. The very best essays are likely to be those which would be capable of changing somebody's mind. Essays which ignore or fail to address the strongest objections and counter-arguments are unlikely to be successful .

Candidates are advised to answer the question as precisely and directly as possible.

The writers of the best essays will receive a commendation and be shortlisted for a prize. Writers of shortlisted essays will be notified by 11.59 pm BST on Wednesday, 31 July. They will also be invited to London for an invitation-only academic conference and awards dinner in September, where the prize-winners will be announced. Unlike the competition itself, the academic conference and awards dinner are not free. Please be aware that n obody is required to attend either the academic conference or the prize ceremony. You can win a prize without travelling to London.

All short-listed candidates, including prize-winners, will be able to download eCertificates that acknowledge their achievement. If you win First, Second or Third Prize, and you travel to London for the ceremony, you will receive a signed certificate. 

There is a prize for the best essay in each category. The prize for each winner of a subject category, and the winner of the Junior category, is a scholarship worth US$2000 towards the cost of attending any John Locke Institute programme, and the essays will be published on the Institute's website. Prize-giving ceremonies will take place in London, at which winners and runners-up will be able to meet some of the judges and other faculty members of the John Locke Institute. Family, friends, and teachers are also welcome.

The candidate who submits the best essay overall will be awarded an honorary John Locke Institute Junior Fellowship, which comes with a US$10,000 scholarship to attend one or more of our summer schools and/or visiting scholars programmes. 

The judges' decisions are final, and no correspondence will be entered into.

R egistration opens: 1 April, 2024.

Registration deadline: 31 May, 2024. (Registration is required by this date for subsequent submission.)

Submission deadline: 30 June, 2024.

Late entry deadline: 10 July, 2024. (Late entries are subject to a 20.00 USD charge, payable by 1 July.)

Notification of short-listed essayists: 31 July, 2024.

Academic conference: 20 - 22 September, 2024.

Awards dinner: 21 September, 2024.

Any queries regarding the essay competition should be sent to [email protected] . Please be aware that, due to the large volume of correspondence we receive, we cannot guarantee to answer every query. In particular, regrettably, we are unable to respond to questions whose answers can be found on our website.

If you would like to receive helpful tips  from our examiners about what makes for a winning essay or reminders of upcoming key dates for the 2024  essay competition, please provide your email here to be added to our contact list. .

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The John Locke Institute's Global Essay Prize is acknowledged as the world's most prestigious essay competition. 

We welcome tens of thousands of submissions from ambitious students in more than 150 countries, and our examiners - including distinguished philosophers, political scientists, economists, historians, psychologists, theologians, and legal scholars - read and carefully assess every entry. 

I encourage you to register for this competition, not only for the hope of winning a prize or commendation, and not only for the chance to join the very best contestants at our academic conference and gala ceremony in London, but equally for the opportunity to engage in the serious scholarly enterprise of researching, reflecting on, writing about, and editing an answer to one of the important and provocative questions in this year's Global Essay Prize. 

We believe that the skills you will acquire in the process will make you a better thinker and a more effective advocate for the ideas that matter most to you.

I hope to see you in September!

Best wishes,

Jamie Whyte, Ph.D. (C ANTAB ) 

Chairman of Examiners

Q. I missed the registration deadline. May I still register or submit an essay?

A. No. Only candidates who registered before 31 May will be able to submit an essay. 

Q. Are footnote s, endnotes, a bibliography or references counted towards the word limit?

A. No. Only the body of the essay is counted. 

Q. Are in-text citations counted towards the word limit? ​

A. If you are using an in-text based referencing format, such as APA, your in-text citations are included in the word limit.

Q. Is it necessary to include foo tnotes or endnotes in an essay? ​

A. You  may not  include footnotes, but you may include in-text citations or endnotes. You should give your sources of any factual claims you make, and you should ackn owledge any other authors on whom you rely.​

Q. I am interested in a question that seems ambiguous. How should I interpret it?

A. You may interpret a question as you deem appropriate, clarifying your interpretation if necessary. Having done so, you must answer the question as directly as possible.

Q. How strict are  the age eligibility criteria?

A. Only students whose nineteenth birthday falls after 30 June 2024 will be eligible for a prize or a commendation. In the case of the Junior category, only students whose fifteenth birthday falls after 30 June 2024 will be eligible for a prize or a commendation. 

Q. May I submit more than one essay?

A. Yes, you may submit as many essays as you please in any or all categories.

Q. If I am eligible to compete in the Junior category, may I also (or instead) compete in another category?

A. Yes, you may.

Q. May I team up with someone else to write an essay?  

A. No. Each submitted essay must be entirely the work of a single individual.

Q. May I use AI, such as ChatGPT or the like, in writing my essay?

A. All essays will be checked for the use of AI. If we find that any content is generated by AI, your essay will be disqualified. We will also ask you, upon submission of your essay, whether you used AI for  any  purpose related to the writing of your essay, and if so, you will be required to provide details. In that case, if, in our judgement, you have not provided full and accurate details of your use of AI, your essay will be disqualified. 

Since any use of AI (that does not result in disqualification) can only negatively affect our assessment of your work relative to that of work that is done without using AI, your safest course of action is simply not to use it at all. If, however, you choose to use it for any purpose, we reserve the right to make relevant judgements on a case-by-case basis and we will not enter into any correspondence. 

Q. May I have someone else edit, or otherwise help me with, my essay?

A. You may of course discuss your essay with others, and it is perfectly acceptable for them to offer general advice and point out errors or weaknesses in your writing or content, leaving you to address them.

However, no part of your essay may be written by anyone else. This means that you must edit your own work and that while a proofreader may point out errors, you as the essayist must be the one to correct them. 

Q. Do I have to attend the awards ceremony to win a prize? ​

A. Nobody is required to attend the prize ceremony. You can win a prize without travelling to London. But if we invite you to London it is because your essay was good enough - in the opinion of the First Round judges - to be at least a contender for First, Second or Third Prize. Normally the Second Round judges will agree that the short-listed essays are worth at least a commendation.

Q. Is there an entry fee?

A. No. There is no charge to enter our global essay competition unless you submit your essay after the normal deadline, in which case there is a fee of 20.00 USD .

Q. Can I receive a certificate for my participation in your essay competition if I wasn't shortlisted? 

A. No. Certificates are awarded only for shortlisted essays. Short-listed contestants who attend the award ceremony in London will receive a paper certificate. If you cannot travel to London, you will be able to download your eCertificate.

Q. Can I receive feedba ck on my essay? 

A. We would love to be able to give individual feedback on essays but, unfortunately, we receive too many entries to be able to comment on particular essays.

Q. The deadline for publishing the names of short-listed essayists has passed but I did not receive an email to tell me whether I was short-listed.

A. Log into your account and check "Shortlist Status" for (each of) your essay(s).

Q. Why isn't the awards ceremony in Oxford this year?

A. Last year, many shortlisted finalists who applied to join our invitation-only academic conference missed the opportunity because of capacity constraints at Oxford's largest venues. This year, the conference will be held in central London and the gala awards dinner will take place in an iconic London ballroom. 

TECHNICAL FAQ s

Q. The system will not accept my essay. I have checked the filename and it has the correct format. What should I do?  

A. You have almost certainly added a space before or after one of your names in your profile. Edit it accordingly and try to submit again.

Q. The profile page shows my birth date to be wrong by a day, even after I edit it. What should I do?

A. Ignore it. The date that you typed has been correctly input to our database. ​ ​

Q. How can I be sure that my registration for the essay competition was successful? Will I receive a confirmation email?

A. You will not receive a confirmation email. Rather, you can at any time log in to the account that you created and see that your registration details are present and correct.

TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR SUBMISSION

If you are unable to submit your essay to the John Locke Institute’s global essay competition, your problem is almost certainly one of the following.

If so, please proceed as indicated.

1) PROBLEM: I receive the ‘registrations are now closed’ message when I enter my email and verification code. SOLUTION. You did not register for the essay competition and create your account. If you think you did, you probably only provided us with your email to receive updates from us about the competition or otherwise. You may not enter the competition this year.

2) PROBLEM I do not receive a login code after I enter my email to enter my account. SOLUTION. Enter your email address again, checking that you do so correctly. If this fails, restart your browser using an incognito window; clear your cache, and try again. Wait for a few minutes for the code. If this still fails, restart your machine and try one more time. If this still fails, send an email to [email protected] with “No verification code – [your name]” in the subject line.

SUBMITTING AN ESSAY

3) PROBLEM: The filename of my essay is in the correct format but it is rejected. SOLUTION: Use “Edit Profile” to check that you did not add a space before or after either of your names. If you did, delete it. Whether you did or did not, try again to submit your essay. If submission fails again, email [email protected] with “Filename format – [your name]” in the subject line.

4) PROBLEM: When trying to view my submitted essay, a .txt file is downloaded – not the .pdf file that I submitted. SOLUTION: Delete the essay. Logout of your account; log back in, and resubmit. If resubmission fails, email [email protected] with “File extension problem – [your name]” in the subject line.

5) PROBLEM: When I try to submit, the submission form just reloads without giving me an error message. SOLUTION. Log out of your account. Open a new browser; clear the cache; log back in, and resubmit. If resubmission fails, email [email protected] with “Submission form problem – [your name]” in the subject line.

6) PROBLEM: I receive an “Unexpected Error” when trying to submit. SOLUTION. Logout of your account; log back in, and resubmit. If this resubmission fails, email [email protected] with “Unexpected error – [your name]” in thesubject line. Your email must tell us e xactly where in the submission process you received this error.

7) PROBLEM: I have a problem with submitting and it is not addressed above on this list. SOLUTION: Restart your machine. Clear your browser’s cache. Try to submit again. If this fails, email [email protected] with “Unlisted problem – [your name]” in the subject line. Your email must tell us exactly the nature of your problem with relevant screen caps.

READ THIS BEFORE YOU EMAIL US.

Do not email us before you have tried the specified solutions to your problem.

Do not email us more than once about a single problem. We will respond to your email within 72 hours. Only if you have not heard from us in that time may you contact us again to ask for an update.

If you email us regarding a problem, you must include relevant screen-shots and information on both your operating system and your browser. You must also declare that you have tried the solutions presented above and had a good connection to the internet when you did so.

If you have tried the relevant solution to your problem outlined above, have emailed us, and are still unable to submit before the 30 June deadline on account of any fault of the John Locke Institute or our systems, please do not worry: we will have a way to accept your essay in that case. However, if there is no fault on our side, we will not accept your essay if it is not submitted on time – whatever your reason: we will not make exceptions for IT issues for which we are not responsible.

We reserve the right to disqualify the entries of essayists who do not follow all provided instructions, including those concerning technical matters.

Oluwaferanmi’s Substack

Seven Essay Competitions for Undergraduates

One may tend to agree that students’ participation in debates ranks higher than in writing contests. 

From a personal perspective, essay-writing enthusiasts have dipped over time. Perhaps as a result of its rigorous scrutiny – for both the organizers and writer – unlike the one-off/on-the-spot assessment trads in debates. Or maybe recent advanced checks for AI-generated content.

Essay competitions can be challenging for an average writer. And when you’re left in the blank without a positive response after several trials, you can become discouraged from participating in subsequent ones.

However, with several attempts and opportunities to write on your niches, you can edge to the front row and add to your wins.  Some of these trials can include national or international essays for undergraduates.

Who knows, today may be the perfect day to put on your writing hat and start your entry for the seven essays outlined below.

World Hypertension Day Essay Writing Competition 2024

Like most other important days are commemorated with essay competitions, the upcoming World Hypertension Day is no different and will feature a writing contest. The NHS, Cross River State chapter, currently seeks undergraduate thoughts and inputs on the "Prevention and Control of Hypertension in Nigeria."

Eligibility: Undergraduate students in Nigerian Universities.

Word count: 2,500 max.

Deadline: May 15, 2024.

Submission link: https://forms.gle/2Vj57xNm7i6H6ses8

WED Writing Competition

With the present-day unsustainable oil revenues, governments, individuals, and various organizations have continued to emphasize the importance of diversifying into agriculture to ensure food security and economic prosperity.

While these suggestions haven’t materialized, there’s the need to maintain the conversation and bring in new ideas.

The WED Writing Competition is the latest to advance this thought.

Eligibility: All tertiary institution students (Except final year)

Word Count: 1200 words max.

Grand prize: #200,000.

Submission link: https://tinyurl.com/wedessay2024

ADR Society, OAU Essay Competition

The two words - investors and funding - have gained traction in the last months. And anyone who’s conversant with the news may not find it strange. Not even with the constant repetition by the political class.

As a finance enthusiast interested in laws guiding the monetary exchange process, writing about the “Impact Assessment of Third Party Funding of Commercial Arbitration on Investor Decision and Conduct” allows you to express your thoughts in words.

You also stand a chance to ramp up your funds.

Eligibility: Undergraduates in Nigerian Universities.

Word count: 2,500 words (avg).

Deadline: May 31, 2024

Grand Prize: #250,000.

Submission link: [email protected]

The Zeribe Nwosu Foundation (ZNF) Essay Competition

The Zeribe Nwosu Foundation has joined the AI discourse as the global world continues to evolve and become more technology-prone.

Definitely, it’s not a stale topic - not anytime soon - and requires contributions across strata. So, here is a shot.

Eligibility: Undergraduates.

Word count: 2000 words (excluding references)

Deadline: July 15, 2024.

Grand Prize: #50,000.

Submission link: https://bit.ly/znfannualessay2024

WIPO National Essay Competition

You may wonder why food security topics are dominating the writing space. Of course, housing and finance are also necessities. But with food inflation skyrocketing to over 30% in Nigeria, the calls for essay input on possible solutions have become essential.

The WIPO National Essay is inviting essay enthusiasts to participate on the topic, "IP and Sustainable Agriculture; Combating Food Security in Nigeria."

Eligibility: Undergraduates and Postgraduates.

Word count: Unspecified.

Deadline: May 31, 2024.

More Details: https://www.wipo.int/about-wipo/en/offices/nigeria/news/2024/news_0005.html

The John Locke Essay Competition

Participation in International Essay contests can appear challenging for an average writer. However, exposure to diverse topics comes as leverage to skill up and creates the push to put your best words forward.

With the John Locke Essay Competition - you can unlock multiple access to your favorite topics. Even better, you're a step closer to receiving a mouth-watering reward.

Eligibility: Students from any country (18 years old or younger).

Registration Deadline: May 31, 2024.

Essay submission deadline: 30 June 2024.

Word count: 2000 words approx.

Grand Prize: $10,000 scholarship.

More Details: https://www.johnlockeinstitute.com/essay-competition#:~:text=The%20John%20Locke%20Institute's%20Global,world's%20most%20prestigious%20essay%20competition

Debola Osibogun National Essay Competition for Undergraduates

Tech connects our world; it is the oil for global growth. The banking system has also come to the fore in major financial transactions, even as they are subject to reforms.

But how do we strive to achieve a balance and transform the latter into a near-perfect system? The Debola Osibogun Competition welcomes your thoughts via this essay.

Eligibility: Final year (4th year & HND II) and penultimate year (3rd year and HND I) of the Faculty of Administration/Management Science in Nigerian tertiary institutions.

Word Count: 1000 - 1200 words.

Grand Prize: #100, 000 and a Laptop.

Deadline: June 7, 2024.

Submission link: [email protected]

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NoticeBard’s Republic Day Essay Writing Competition [Update]: Result Out on Feb 28!

• Gaurav Chaurasia
• Feb 15, 2024

Update About the Competition

NoticeBard is delighted to announce the successful conclusion of its Republic Day Essay Writing Competition with 132 submissions from 105 schools across 22 Indian states and participation from South Africa, Kenya, UAE, and Saudi Arabia students.

About NoticeBard

NoticeBard was started in March 2017 as a notice-board for educational opportunities and events. NoticeBard is also a bard (story-teller) of student-related news and issues. With our mission of enabling informed and inspired careers , we help students by ensuring that all events and opportunities are in one place.

About the Competition

This essay writing competition aimed to encourage students interested in writing and willing to submit original and well-thought-of pieces for publication with us. Participation was open to students studying from classes 8 to 12 in any school in India.

The top 10 submissions will receive prize money of up to Rs. 13,000, a letter of excellence from our CEO, and their articles will be published on our website.

Judging Criteria

• All submitted articles will be reviewed for quality, relevance, and adherence to the guidelines. 
• Only the article selected for publication will be notified via email and published on the website. 
• Please note that we reserve the right to make editorial changes for clarity, grammar, and formatting purposes while maintaining the integrity of your content.

The copyrights to the articles found suitable for publication on NoticeBard will rest with NoticeBard.

Changes in Terms and Conditions

The organisation reserves the right to change the terms and conditions, including the prize money and the last submission date, in case at least 50 entries are not received.

Result Announcement

The judging process is ongoing, and winners will be announced on February 28, 2024 , which is National Science Day. The prize-winning essays will be published by March 10, 2024.

Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this competition, please email [email protected] or call/WhatsApp: +91-8904610838 .

We thank each student who participated in this Essay Writing competition. Results will be officially announced on Feb 28, 2024. Thank you for your patience and support.

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Best Essay Writing Contests in 2024

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Artificial Intelligence Competition

New Beginnings

Genres: Essay, Non-fiction, Science Fiction, Science Writing, and Short Story

There is no topic relating to technology that brings more discussion than artificial intelligence. Some people think it does wonders. Others see it as trouble. Let us know your opinion about AI in this competition. Include experiences you have had with AI. 300-word limit. Winners will be selected January 1, 2024. Open to anyone, anywhere.

Additional prizes:

Publication

💰 Entry fee: $5

📅 Deadline: December 15, 2023 (Expired)

Military Anthology: Partnerships, the Untold Story

Armed Services Arts Partnership

Genres: Essay, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Humor, Memoir, Non-fiction, Poetry, and Short Story

Partners are an integral aspect of military life, at home and afar, during deployment and after homecoming. Partnerships drive military action and extend beyond being a battle buddy, wingman, or crew member. Some are planned while others arise entirely unexpectedly. Spouses, family, old or new friends, community, faith leaders, and medical specialists all support the military community. Despite their importance, the stories of these partnerships often go untold. This anthology aims to correct that: We will highlight the nuances, surprises, joy, sorrow, heroism, tears, healing power, and ache of partnerships. We invite you to submit the story about partnerships from your journey, so we can help tell it.

$500 Editors' Choice award

$250 for each genre category (prose, poetry, visual art)

📅 Deadline: March 01, 2024 (Expired)

Narratively 2023 Memoir Prize

Narratively

Genres: Essay, Humor, Memoir, and Non-fiction

Narratively is currently accepting submissions for their 2023 Memoir Prize. They are looking for revealing and emotional first-person nonfiction narratives from unique and overlooked points of view. The guest judge is New York Times bestselling memoirist Stephanie Land.

$1,000 and publication

💰 Entry fee: $20

📅 Deadline: November 30, 2023 (Expired)

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Sunspot Literary Journal

Genres: Essay, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Memoir, Non-fiction, Novel, Novella, Poetry, Script Writing, and Short Story

The contest invites short stories, novel excerpts, graphic novels, and poems that showcase excellence in craft with reader appeal. It accepts literary or genre works without restrictions on theme.

Publication for the winner; publication offered to runners-up and finalists.

📅 Deadline: April 30, 2024 (Expired)

Creative Nonfiction Prize

Indiana Review

Genres: Essay, Fiction, and Non-fiction

Send us one creative nonfiction piece, up to 5000 words, for a chance at $1000 + publication. This year's contest will be judged by Lars Horn.

📅 Deadline: March 31, 2024 (Expired)

Annual Contest Submissions

So To Speak

Genres: Essay, Fiction, Flash Fiction, LGBTQ, Non-fiction, and Poetry

So To Speak is seeking submissions for poetry, fiction, and non-fiction with an intersectional feminist lens! It is no secret that the literary canon and literary journals are largely comprised of heteronormative, patriarchal, cisgender, able-bodied white men. So to Speak seeks work by writers, poets, and artists who want to challenge and change the identity of the “canonical” writer.

💰 Entry fee: $4

📅 Deadline: March 15, 2024 (Expired)

swamp pink Prizes

Genres: Essay, Fiction, Non-fiction, Poetry, and Short Story

From January 1st to January 31st, submit short stories and essays of up to 25 pages or a set of 1-3 poems. Winners in each genre will receive $2,000 and publication.

📅 Deadline: January 31, 2024 (Expired)

WOW! Women On Writing Quarterly Creative Nonfiction Essay Contest

WOW! Women On Writing

Genres: Non-fiction and Essay

Seeking creative nonfiction essays on any topic (1000 words or less) and in any style--from personal essay and memoir to lyric essay and hybrid, and more! The mission of this contest is to reward bravery in real-life storytelling and create an understanding of our world through thoughtful, engaging narratives. Electronic submissions via e-mail only; reprints/previously published okay; simultaneous submissions okay; multiple submissions are okay as long as they are submitted in their own individual e-mail. Open internationally.

2nd: $300 | 3rd: $200 | 7 runner-ups: $25 Amazon Gift Cards

💰 Entry fee: $12

Tusculum Review Nonfiction Chapbook Prize

The Tusculum Review

Genres: Essay and Non-fiction

A prize of $1,000, publication of the essay in The Tusculum Review’s 20th Anniversary Issue (2024), and creation of a limited edition stand-alone chapbook with original art is awarded. Editors of The Tusculum Review and contest judge Mary Cappello will determine the winner of the 2024 prize.

📅 Deadline: June 15, 2024 (Expired)

International Voices in Creative Nonfiction Competition

Vine Leaves Press

Genres: Essay, Memoir, Non-fiction, and Novel

Small presses have potential for significant impact, and at Vine Leaves Press, we take this responsibility quite seriously. It is our responsibility to give marginalized groups the opportunity to establish literary legacies that feel rich and vast. Why? To sustain hope for the world to become a more loving, tolerable, and open space. It always begins with art. That is why we have launched this writing competition.

Book publication

💰 Entry fee: $25

📅 Deadline: July 01, 2024 (Expired)

Irene Adler Prize

Lucas Ackroyd

Genres: Essay, Non-fiction, and Travel

I’ve traveled the world from Sweden to South Africa, from the Golden Globes to the Olympic women’s hockey finals. I’ve photographed a mother polar bear and her cubs and profiled stars like ABBA, Jennifer Garner and Katarina Witt. And I couldn’t have done it without women. I’ve been very fortunate, and it’s time for me to give back. With the Irene Adler Prize, I’m awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a woman pursuing a degree in journalism, creative writing, or literature at a recognized post-secondary institution.

2x honorable mentions: $250

📅 Deadline: May 30, 2024 (Expired)

Personal Essay Competition 2024

Write the World

Genres: Essay and Memoir

We want to hear about an experience in your life, rife with characters and description and conflict and scene… but we also want to hear how you make sense of this experience, how it sits with you, and why it has surfaced as writing. Open a window into your life and invite your readers to enter.

Best entry: $100

Runner up: $50 | Best peer review: $50

📅 Deadline: June 24, 2024 (Expired)

Red Hen Press Women's Prose Prize

Red Hen Press

Genres: Fiction, Non-fiction, Short Story, Essay, Memoir, and Novel

Established in 2018, the Women’s Prose Prize is for previously unpublished, original work of prose. Novels, short story collections, memoirs, essay collections, and all other forms of prose writing are eligible for consideration. The awarded manuscript is selected through a biennial competition, held in even-numbered years, that is open to all writers who identify as women.

Publication by Red Hen Press

📅 Deadline: February 28, 2024 (Expired)

Climate Change Writing Competition

Genres: Essay, Memoir, and Non-fiction

This month, dear writers, ahead of COP27, help us raise the voices of young people in this urgent fight. In a piece of personal narrative, tell the world’s leaders gathering in how climate change impacts you. How has this crisis changed your environment, your community, your sense of the future? Storytelling, after all, plays a critical role in helping us grasp the emergency through which we are all living, igniting empathy in readers and listeners—itself a precursor to action.

Runner-up: $50

📅 Deadline: October 18, 2022 (Expired)

Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award

Killer Nashville

Genres: Crime, Essay, Fantasy, Fiction, Humor, Memoir, Mystery, Non-fiction, Novel, Poetry, Science Fiction, Script Writing, Short Story, and Thriller

The Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award is committed to discovering new writers, as well as superlative books by established authors and, upon discovery, sharing those writers and their works with new readers. There are a large number of both fiction and non-fiction categories you can enter.

💰 Entry fee: $79

NOWW 26th International Writing Contest

Northwestern Ontario Writers Workshop (NOWW)

Open to all writers in four categories: poetry, short fiction, creative nonfiction, and critical writing.

2nd: $100 | 3rd: $50

💰 Entry fee: $7

📅 Deadline: February 29, 2024 (Expired)

Indignor Play House Annual Short Story Competition

Indignor House Publishing

Genres: Fiction, Flash Fiction, Short Story, Crime, Essay, Fantasy, Horror, Humor, Memoir, Mystery, Non-fiction, Novella, Poetry, Romance, Science Fiction, Thriller, and Young Adult

Indignor House Publishing is proud to announce that our annual writing competition (INDIGNOR PLAYHOUSE Short Story Annual Competition) is officially open with expected publication in the fall of 2024. Up to 25 submissions will be accepted for inclusion in the annual anthology.

2nd: $250 | 3rd: $150

Stories of Inspiration

Kinsman Avenue Publishing, Inc

Nonfiction stories of inspiration wanted (between 500 to 2,000 words). Submissions should highlight the struggle and resilience of the human spirit, especially related to cultures of BIPOC or marginalized communities. Stories must be original, unpublished works in English. One successful entry will be awarded each month from April 2024 and will be included within Kinsman Quarterly’s online journal and digital magazine. Successful authors receive $200 USD and publication in our digital magazine. No entry fee required.

Publication in Kinsman Quarterly's online magazine

📅 Deadline: December 31, 2024

Gabriele Rico Challenge for Nonfiction

Reed Magazine

The contest recognizes outstanding works of nonfiction, awarding $1,333 for creative nonfiction entries, such as personal essays. Submissions must be stand-alone essays, not previously published, and limited to 5,000 words.

All contest entrants receive a free copy of the latest edition of Reed Magazine.

📅 Deadline: November 01, 2024

National Essay Contest

U.S. Institute of Peace

Genres: Essay

This year, AFSA celebrates the 100th anniversary of the United States Foreign Service. Over the last century, our diplomats and development professionals have been involved in groundbreaking events in history – decisions on war and peace, supporting human rights and freedom, creating joint prosperity, reacting to natural disasters and pandemics and much more. As AFSA looks back on this century-long history, we invite you to join us in also looking ahead to the future. This year students are asked to explore how diplomats can continue to evolve their craft to meet the needs of an ever-changing world that brings fresh challenges and opportunities to the global community and America’s place in it.

Runner-up: $1,250

📅 Deadline: April 01, 2024 (Expired)

Solar Flare

Genres: Essay, Fantasy, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Memoir, Non-fiction, Poetry, Script Writing, and Short Story

A solar flare is short-lived but has a huge amount of energy. Sunspot Lit is looking for a noteworthy flare of creative energy through short stories, poems, or graphic novels.

💰 Entry fee: $10

📅 Deadline: May 31, 2024 (Expired)

Aurora Polaris Creative Nonfiction Award

Trio House Press

We seek un-agented full-length creative nonfiction manuscripts including memoir, essay collections, etc. 50,000 - 80,000 words.

📅 Deadline: May 15, 2024 (Expired)

Bacopa Literary Review Annual Writing Contest

Writers Alliance of Gainesville

Genres: Essay, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Non-fiction, Poetry, and Short Story

Bacopa Literary Review’s 2024 contest is open from March 4 through April 4, with $200 Prize and $100 Honorable Mention in each of six categories: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Flash Fiction, Free Verse Poetry, Formal Poetry, and Visual Poetry.

📅 Deadline: May 02, 2024 (Expired)

Environmental Writing 2024

The writer and activist Bill McKibben describes Environmental Writing as "the collision between people and the rest of the world." This month, peer closely at that intersection: How do humans interact with their environment? Given your inheritance of this earth, the world needs your voices now more than ever.

📅 Deadline: April 22, 2024 (Expired)

Young Sports Journalist 2024

The Young Sports Journalist Competition, 2024, seeks well-argued articles from aspiring journalists aged 14-21. Winning entries will be published online and printed in the Summer Issue of Pitch. Critiqued by our panel of accomplished judges, winners will also receive a £50 cash prize and offered work experience here at PITCH HQ. The competition runs from 7 February 2024 to 5 April 2024. And winners will be announced in May.

Publication in magazine and online

📅 Deadline: April 05, 2024 (Expired)

Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

Ayn Rand Institute

The Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest is open to all high school, college, and graduate students worldwide. Participants write essays based on prompts related to Ayn Rand's novel _Atlas Shrugged_. The contest has seasonal entry rounds with unique prompts, and essays must be between 800 and 1,600 words. The winning essays demonstrate a strong grasp of the book's themes.

Annual Grand Prize of $25,000 Seasonal prize winners: 1st place: $3000 2nd place: $2000 3rd place: $1000

📅 Deadline: June 14, 2024 (Expired)

The Letter Review Prize for Unpublished Books

The Letter Review

Genres: Crime, Essay, Fantasy, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Horror, Humor, Memoir, Mystery, Non-fiction, Novel, Novella, Poetry, Romance, Science Fiction, Science Writing, Short Story, Thriller, and Young Adult

Free to enter. Seeking 0-5000 word (poetry: 15 pgs) excerpts of unpublished books (Fiction, Poetry, Nonfiction), including most self-published and indie-published works. 2-4 Winners (publication of extract is optional). We Shortlist 10-20 writers. Open to writers from anywhere in the world, with no theme or genre restrictions. Judged blind.

Optional publication of excerpt + letter of recommendation

📅 Deadline: September 30, 2024

Jane Austen Society of North America Essay Contest

Jane Austen Society of North America

Genres: Children's and Essay

JASNA conducts an annual student Essay Contest to foster the study and appreciation of Jane Austen's works in new generations of readers. Students world-wide are invited to compete for scholarship awards in three divisions: high school, college, and graduate school.

$1,000 scholarship

Two nights’ lodging for JASNA’s Annual General Meeting

📅 Deadline: June 02, 2022 (Expired)

Great American Think-Off

New York Mills Regional Cultural Center

The Great American Think-Off is an exhibition of civil disagreement between powerful ideas that connect to your life at the gut level. The Cultural Center, located in the rural farm and manufacturing town of New York Mills, sponsors this annual philosophy contest.

Rigel 2024: $500 for Prose, Poetry, Art, or Graphic Novel

Literary or genre works accepted. Winner receives $500 plus publication, while runners-up and finalists are offered publication. No restrictions on theme or category. Closes: February 29. Entry fee: $12.50. Enter as many times as you like through Submittable or Duotrope

$500 + publication

Runners-up and finalists are offered publication

Vocal Challenges

Genres: Essay, Fiction, Memoir, Non-fiction, and Short Story

Enter themed storytelling contests to put your creativity to the test and be in with a chance of winning cash prizes and more. To submit, you'll need to sign up for a monthly fee of $9.99, or $4.99/month for 3 months.

$1,000 — $5,000

💰 Entry fee: $15

📅 Deadline: March 07, 2024 (Expired)

Stella Kupferberg Memorial Short Story Prize

Gotham Writers Workshop

Genres: Crime, Essay, Fantasy, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Horror, Humor, Memoir, Mystery, Non-fiction, Romance, Science Fiction, Short Story, Thriller, and Young Adult

The Stella Kupferberg Memorial Short Story Prize is a writing competition sponsored by the stage and radio series Selected Shorts. Selected Shorts is recorded for Public Radio and heard nationally on both the radio and its weekly podcast. This years entries will be judged by Carmen Maria Machado (In the Dream House, Her Body and Other Parties).

$1000 + free 10 week course with Gotham Writers

Annual Student Essay Contest

Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum

For this year’s Essay Contest, we are asking students to think about why the story of the Oklahoma City bombing is important today.

📅 Deadline: March 04, 2024 (Expired)

Work-In-Progress (WIP) Contest

Unleash Press

Genres: Crime, Essay, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Humor, Memoir, Mystery, Non-fiction, Novel, Novella, Poetry, Science Fiction, Science Writing, and Young Adult

We aim to assist writers in the completion of an important literary project and vision. The Unleash WIP Award offers writers support in the amount of $500 to supplement costs to aid in the completion of a book-length work of fiction, nonfiction, or poetry. Writers will also receive editorial feedback, coaching meetings, and an excerpt/interview feature in Unleash Lit.

Coaching, interview, and editorial support

💰 Entry fee: $35

📅 Deadline: July 15, 2024 (Expired)

Hispanic Culture Review Contest 2022-2023

Hispanic Culture Review

Genres: Essay, Fiction, Non-fiction, Poetry, Short Story, and Flash Fiction

As the Uruguayan writer Eduardo Galeano once said, "the best that the world has is in the many worlds that the world contains." Therefore, this year we invite you to reflect on the following questions: How do you or your community celebrate these connections? How do you value those experiences with those people who leave a mark on your life? 1 work will be awarded in each category: 1) photography & visual arts, 2) poetry, and 3) narrative/essay/academic investigation.

$100 for photography, poetry, and essay winners

💰 Entry fee: $0

📅 Deadline: February 01, 2023 (Expired)

Discover the finest writing contests of 2024 for fiction and non-fiction authors — including short story competitions, essay writing competitions, poetry contests, and many more. Updated weekly, these contests are vetted by Reedsy to weed out the scammers and time-wasters. If you’re looking to stick to free writing contests, simply use our filters as you browse.

Why you should submit to writing contests

Submitting to poetry competitions and free writing contests in 2024 is absolutely worth your while as an aspiring author: just as your qualifications matter when you apply for a new job, a writing portfolio that boasts published works and award-winning pieces is a great way to give your writing career a boost. And not to mention the bonus of cash prizes!

That being said, we understand that taking part in writing contests can be tough for emerging writers. First, there’s the same affliction all writers face: lack of time or inspiration. Entering writing contests is a time commitment, and many people decide to forego this endeavor in order to work on their larger projects instead — like a full-length book. Second, for many writers, the chance of rejection is enough to steer them clear of writing contests. 

But we’re here to tell you that two of the great benefits of entering writing contests happen to be the same as those two reasons to avoid them.

When it comes to the time commitment: yes, you will need to expend time and effort in order to submit a quality piece of writing to competitions. That being said, having a hard deadline to meet is a great motivator for developing a solid writing routine.

Think of entering contests as a training session to become a writer who will need to meet deadlines in order to have a successful career. If there’s a contest you have your eye on, and the deadline is in one month, sit down and realistically plan how many words you’ll need to write per day in order to meet that due date — and don’t forget to also factor in the time you’ll need to edit your story!

For tips on setting up a realistic writing plan, check out this free, ten-day course : How to Build a Rock-Solid Writing Routine.

In regards to the fear of rejection, the truth is that any writer aspiring to become a published author needs to develop relatively thick skin. If one of your goals is to have a book traditionally published, you will absolutely need to learn how to deal with rejection, as traditional book deals are notoriously hard to score. If you’re an indie author, you will need to adopt the hardy determination required to slowly build up a readership.

The good news is that there’s a fairly simple trick for learning to deal with rejection: use it as a chance to explore how you might be able to improve your writing.

In an ideal world, each rejection from a publisher or contest would come with a detailed letter, offering construction feedback and pointing out specific tips for improvement. And while this is sometimes the case, it’s the exception and not the rule.

Still, you can use the writing contests you don’t win as a chance to provide yourself with this feedback. Take a look at the winning and shortlisted stories and highlight their strong suits: do they have fully realized characters, a knack for showing instead of telling, a well-developed but subtly conveyed theme, a particularly satisfying denouement?

The idea isn’t to replicate what makes those stories tick in your own writing. But most examples of excellent writing share a number of basic craft principles. Try and see if there are ways for you to translate those stories’ strong points into your own unique writing.

Finally, there are the more obvious benefits of entering writing contests: prize and publication. Not to mention the potential to build up your readership, connect with editors, and gain exposure.

Resources to help you win writing competitions in 2024

Every writing contest has its own set of submission rules. Whether those rules are dense or sparing, ensure that you follow them to a T. Disregarding the guidelines will not sway the judges’ opinion in your favor — and might disqualify you from the contest altogether. 

Aside from ensuring you follow the rules, here are a few resources that will help you perfect your submissions.

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After you submit to a writing competition in 2024

It’s exciting to send a piece of writing off to a contest. However, once the initial excitement wears off, you may be left waiting for a while. Some writing contests will contact all entrants after the judging period — whether or not they’ve won. Other writing competitions will only contact the winners. 

Here are a few things to keep in mind after you submit:

Many writing competitions don’t have time to respond to each entrant with feedback on their story. However, it never hurts to ask! Feel free to politely reach out requesting feedback — but wait until after the selection period is over.

If you’ve submitted the same work to more than one writing competition or literary magazine, remember to withdraw your submission if it ends up winning elsewhere.

After you send a submission, don’t follow it up with a rewritten or revised version. Instead, ensure that your first version is thoroughly proofread and edited. If not, wait until the next edition of the contest or submit the revised version to other writing contests.

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7 Essay Writing Contests to Look Out For in 2023

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• 28th December 2022

Essay contests are not only a great way to exercise your essay-writing skills but also an awesome way to win cash prizes, scholarships, and internship or program opportunities. They also look wonderful on college applications as awards and achievements.

In this article, you’ll learn about 7 essay writing contests to enter in 2023. Watch the video below, or keep reading to learn more.

1. Tom Howard/John H. Reid Fiction & Essay Contest 

Deadline: Now–April 30, 3023

Who may enter:

This is an international contest for people of all ages (except for residents of Syria, Iran, North Korea, Crimea, Russia, and Belarus due to US government restrictions).

Contest description:

●  The contest is organized by Winning Writers, located in MA, USA.

●  They accept stories and essays on any theme, up to 6,000 words each. This contest defines a story as any short work of fiction and an essay as any short work of nonfiction.

●  Your stories and essays must be submitted in English.

●  You may submit published or unpublished work.

Entry fee: USD 22 per entry

●  Story: First Prize is USD 3,000.

●  Essay: First Prize is USD 3,000.

●  10 Honorable Mentions will receive USD 300 each (any category).

●  The top 12 entries will be published online.

Official website

Please visit the competition’s official website for more information on judges and submissions.

2. 2023 Calibre Essay Prize 

Deadline: Now–January 15, 2023, 11:59 pm

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●  Students aged 14 years or younger by the competition deadline are eligible for the Junior prize.

●  The contest is organized by the John Locke Institute.

●  Your essay cannot exceed 2,000 words.

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Deadline: Mid-February 2023–June 1, 2023

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●  First place wins a USD 1,000 scholarship.

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When it comes to communication, notice writing format plays a crucial role in conveying important information to a targeted audience. Whether you are organizing an event, making an announcement, or notifying about a change, a well-crafted notice ensures that the message reaches the intended recipients efficiently.

In this article, we will learn the art of Notice Writing Format , a vital skill for effective communication along with topics and examples.

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from Topics to their importance, essential tips, and examples.

What is Notice Writing?

Notice writing as a medium of communication.

Notice writing is a form of written communication used to convey important information in a clear and concise manner. It involves composing short, formal messages known as “notices” that are intended for a specific group of people. 

Uses of Notice Writing

Notices are commonly used in various settings, such as academic institutions, workplaces, public gatherings, or community events, to inform people about events, announcements, updates, or any other relevant information.

Purpose of Notice Writing

The purpose of a notice is to deliver specific information promptly and effectively to the intended audience. Notices are designed to quickly grab the reader’s attention, provide essential details, and prompt the necessary response or action.

What is Notice Writing Format?

A Notice is a written or printed piece of information that is displayed in public places, such as notice boards, to communicate a message to a specific group of people. 

This concise form of communication aims to convey important information effectively. Notice Writing Format follows a structured approach that includes various elements to ensure clarity and consistency.

The Importance of Notice Writing Format

Clear and effective communication is the backbone of any successful organization or institution. Notice writing is crucial for several reasons:

Instant Communication: Notices are a quick and efficient way to disseminate information to a large audience simultaneously.

Clarity: Following a specific format ensures that the message is concise and easy to understand, leaving no room for misinterpretation.

Timeliness: Notices are often used to convey urgent messages, ensuring that important information reaches the intended recipients promptly.

Formal Communication: They provide a formal medium for communication within organizations, maintaining professionalism.

Components of Notice Writing Format

A well-structured notice consists of the following elements:

1. Heading:

The heading typically reads “NOTICE” and is placed at the top of the notice to draw immediate attention.

The date of issuing the notice is mentioned just below the heading, helping recipients know when the notice was published.

3. Salutation:

A formal salutation such as “Dear Students” or “Respected Employees” follows the date, addressing the target audience.

4. Subject:

The subject line is a brief statement that summarizes the purpose of the notice, ensuring recipients understand the context right away.

The body of the notice contains the main message. It should be written in a clear and concise manner, avoiding unnecessary details.

6. Contact Information:

Including the contact details of the sender allows recipients to seek clarification or additional information if required.

7. Signature:

The notice must be signed by the authorized person or authority responsible for issuing it.

8. Additional Information:

In some cases, notices may include extra details such as attachments or reference numbers for further context.

Best Practices for Notice Writing Format

Crafting an effective notice requires attention to detail and adherence to certain best practices:

1. Use Simple Language:

Choose simple and straightforward language to ensure everyone can understand the message clearly.

2. Be Concise:

Keep the notice brief and to the point, including only essential information.

3. Highlight Important Details:

Use bullet points or bold text to emphasize critical information, making it easily noticeable.

4. Proofread:

Check for grammatical errors and typos before posting the notice to maintain professionalism.

5. Consider Your Audience:

Tailor the language and tone of the notice to suit the understanding level of the target audience.

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Example of Notice Writing Format

We will take a look at the different formats of writing notices in English. We will cover everything from the basics of what notice is to more advanced topics such as how to format a notice for an event. Let us check the format of the Notice Writing.

To help you grasp the concept better, here’s a practical example of a Notice Writing Format:

[Name of Organization]

[Subject of the Notice]

Date: [Date]

Dear Residents,

Due to maintenance work, the water supply will be temporarily shut off on [Date] from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We apologize for the inconvenience and request you to make the necessary arrangements accordingly.

For any queries, please contact the maintenance office at [Contact Number].

Thank you for your understanding.

Sincerely, [ Authorized Name/Designation ]

Topics for Writing Notices

Now that we understand the format, let’s explore various topics for which you might need to write a notice:

Academic Notices:

Exam Schedule: Informing students about upcoming examination dates and timings.

Class Suspension: Notifying about the cancellation of classes due to unforeseen circumstances.

Fee Payment Reminder: Reminding students about the due date for fee submission.

Corporate Notices:

Company Policy Updates: Informing employees about changes in company policies and procedures.

Meeting Announcements: Notifying team members about upcoming meetings and agendas.

Holiday Schedule: Communicating the holiday schedule for the organization.

Community Notices:

Community Event Invitation: Inviting residents to participate in a community event or gathering.

Maintenance Notice: Notifying residents about scheduled maintenance work.

Parking Rules: Reminding residents about parking regulations and penalties.

Examples of Well-Written Notices

Let’s take a look at a few examples of effectively written notices:

Example 1: School Event Invitation

Heading: NOTICE

Dear Students,

We are delighted to announce the Annual Cultural Fest to be held on [Event Date]. This event promises to be a celebration of talent, creativity, and cultural diversity. Various competitions and performances have been organized to showcase the talents of our students.

We request all students to actively participate in the event and make it a grand success. Let us come together and create cherished memories.

[School Name]

Example 2: Office Policy Update

Heading: IMPORTANT NOTICE

We would like to inform you that there have been updates to our company’s attendance policy. Effective from [Effective Date], all employees are required to mark their attendance through the biometric system upon arrival and departure.

This measure is being implemented to ensure accurate attendance tracking and improve overall efficiency. We request all employees to adhere to this policy to avoid any inconvenience.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Human Resources,

[Company Name]

Common Mistakes to Avoid

In this section, we’ll highlight some common mistakes that people often make while writing notices and how to avoid them:

Lack of Clarity: Ensure that the purpose and information in the notice are clear and unambiguous.

Inadequate Contact Information : Include contact details for recipients to seek clarifications if needed.

Grammatical Errors: Proofread the notice thoroughly to eliminate any grammatical mistakes.

Notice Writing Workout Examples

A school or college notice:.

This type of notice is written on behalf of the School or College to inform the students about some happenings, meetings,  Planning, Examination, Competition, or other necessary information containing the time, date, and location as well as the agenda.

Krishnath Collegiate High School Berhampur, Murshidabad

May 2, 2020

For Literacy Drive Programme

You all know that illiteracy is a great social barrier and it’s our sacred duty to eradicate it from our society. So, a literacy drive programme has been arranged in our school during the summer vacation as a part of Sarba Sikhsha Abhijan. We’ve identified all the illiterate people in our locality and they’ve given their consent to attend the programme. Students of IX and XI are hereby requested to act as volunteer teachers. They’ll be supplied with teaching aids, books, and other necessary articles. Students willing to take part are requested to enlist their names to the undersigned on or before May 10, 2008.

T. Banerjee Headmaster Convenor, Welfare Sub-committee

A Club Notice

The club secretary normally writes that kind of notice to inform the members or sometimes the local inhabitants about meetings, some programmes or any other occasions.

PROGRESSIVE SOCIAL CLUB

DONATIONS FOR FLOOD VICTIMS

Attention is hereby drawn to the fact that the havoc caused by the recent flood has rendered many people homeless. Many of the victims have taken shelter in the open. Our club is raising a fund to provide the minimum relief to these unfortunate people. You are requested to contribute to the best of your resources to show that these people are not entirely helpless. All contributions will be gratefully accepted by the undersigned at the address and during the hours mentioned below.

Receiving hours : 10 a.m.-12 noon 4 p.m.-6.30 p.m.

Ramesh Gupta Secretary, Progressive Social Club

A Notice of Cancellation

We use his type of notice to cancel an event or meeting. It should contain the reason for the cancellation, as well as any important information such as refunds or alternate plans.

Babu Club, Uluberia

Cancellation of Meeting

It is regretted to inform you that the scheduled meeting on 03.02.2020 has been cancelled due to the Corona Virus outbreak. The discussion on the agenda will be made through an online video conference. All the members of our club are requested to follow their what’s app where the google meet link will be shared on 10.20.2020 around 4 pm.

Sujit Nag Secretary Babu Club

A Society Notice

This type of Notice is used by the Organizations of the Society to inform the local public about important information or a change in plans or schedule containing the new time, date, or location of the event.

CG-BLOCK WELFARE ASSOCIATION, SALT LAKE

MEETING TO DISCUSS SCARCITY OF WATER

The residents of CG-Block, Sector-II, Salt Lake, are requested to attend the meeting to be held on 11.05.2005 at the Community Centre to discuss the problem of scarcity of water and the immediate measures to be taken to solve it. Cooperation of all concerned is required to put an end to this burning problem.

Ali Khan Secretary, CG-Block Welfare Association

A Notice of Change

This type of notice is used to announce a change in plans or schedule. It should contain the new time, date, or location of the event, as well as any other important information.

Avinaba Vidyamandir, Birbhum

Date Change of Debate Competition

All the students of our school are hereby informed that the date of the debate competition that was scheduled to be held on 03.05.2020 in the school’s assembly hall has been changed. It will be held on 13.05.2020 at 10 am in the office room instead of the assembly hall. For further queries, the students may contact the undersigned.

Avik Dasgupta Secretary School’s Debate Competition Organization Avinaba Vidyamandir

A public Notice

This type of Notice helps to inform the people about plans, schemes, and duties of the citizens during different occasions, Official information, Competitive Examinations, or the notice containing a sincere apology, as well as any important information such as refunds or alternate plans.

Government of West Bengal Office of the Director: Public Vehicles Department 38, Beltala Road, Kolkata – 700 020

Replacing paper-based vehicle registration certificates with smart card

It is hereby informed to all vehicle owners who’ve got their vehicles registered at PAD, Kolkata, that the Government of West Bengal vides Order No. 2152 – WT/ 2M25/2008 dated 18.1.08 has made it mandatory to replace all the existing paper Feed Vehicles Registration Certificates with new smart card-based Vehicle Registration Certificates on payment of Rs. 500. Special counters have been opened at PVD Extension Counter, 97/2 Bakul Bagan Road, Kolkata – 700 025. The last date for replacement is May 20, 2008. All concerned are requested to train the smartcard-based registration certificates on payment of a requisite fee.

S.K. Das Director, Public Vehicles Department, Kolkata

An Apology Notice

This type of notice works as an apology for any inconvenience or mistake. It should contain a sincere apology, as well as any important information such as refunds or alternate plans.

Kharagpur Division, South-Eastern Railway

Local Train Cancelled

This is to notify all the passengers of the south-eastern Railway that the ‘Kharagpur-Howrah’ and “Kharagpur-Medinipur’ local trains have been cancelled today due to maintenance work. The inconvenience caused to the passengers is deeply regretted. In the meantime, It is also announced that the tickets bought by the passengers will not be returned but they will be able to use those tickets tomorrow instead of today showing proper proof. For further information, they are requested to contact the undersigned.

J.V.Joti Station Manager Kharagpur South-Eastern railway

Classes Suspensions

Here is an example of a notice that could be posted in a school. “At the present time, Classes will be cancelled tomorrow due to the heatwave. Please stay safe and indoors.”

Vivekananda Model High School, Malda

Classes Suspended

All the students are hereby informed that the weather department has warned that the temperature could be very high tomorrow and the heatwave could be started in our area. Considering the weather report, the health of the students, and the request on behalf of the Government, the school authority has decided to cancel tomorrow’s classes. As a result, all the classes will remain suspended till further notice. All are requested to follow the school’ what’s App group. If there is any update, will be informed there. Please stay safe and indoors.

A. K. Basu Headmaster Vivekananda Model High School

Notice writing is an important skill that requires clarity, conciseness, and proper organization. By following the correct format and understanding the purpose behind the notice, you can effectively communicate essential information to your target audience. Remember to choose appropriate topics, use examples to illustrate your points, and avoid common mistakes to create impactful notices.

So, the next time you need to write a notice, use the insights from this article to craft a well-structured and effective message that leaves a lasting impression.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: what are the common uses of a notice.

A: Notices are used for various purposes, including conveying school announcements, workplace updates, event details, public notices, and community messages.

Q: Can a notice be handwritten?

A: While handwritten notices may be suitable for small groups or informal settings, typed or printed notices are more professional and widely accepted.

Q: What is the ideal length of a notice?

A: Notices should be brief and concise, ideally not exceeding one page.

Q: Is a notice always in a formal tone?

A: Yes, notices should maintain a formal tone, especially when addressed to larger organizations or the public.

Q: Can a notice be displayed electronically?

A: Yes, modern methods allow notices to be displayed electronically on digital notice boards, websites, or emails.

Q: Are there any legal requirements for notice writing?

A: Depending on the nature of the notice and its purpose, specific legal requirements may apply, such as in the case of legal notices or public announcements.

Q: Do I need to use formal language while writing a notice?

A: Yes, using formal language is essential to maintain professionalism in the notice.

Q: Can I use bullet points in the body of the notice?

A: Yes, using bullet points can help present information in a more organized manner.

Q: Is it necessary to mention the issuer’s name in the notice?

A: Yes, mentioning the issuer’s name and designation adds credibility to the notice.

Q: Can I include images or graphics in the notice?

A: In most cases, notices are text-based; however, for specific events, adding relevant images may enhance the appeal.

Q: How should I end the notice?

A: End the notice with a closing remark, such as “Thank You” or “Sincerely.”

Q: Can I send notices through email?

A: Yes, email notices are acceptable in many scenarios, but ensure that all recipients receive them.

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Notice Writing - Learn How to Write with Examples

Just like letter writing and report writing , notice writing is also a skill that you should learn and practise as they are writing forms that would be an integral form of communication throughout your academic and professional life. The first question that might pop up in your mind when you see the term would be – what is notice writing or how to write a notice.

This article will help students understand everything they need to know about notice writing. Let’s read the entire article to find out how to write a notice, the format of a notice, and the tips and techniques to be followed to write an informative notice. Check out the sample notices for a clearer idea of the same.

Table of Contents

What is notice writing, format of notice writing, tips for notice writing, notice writing template, sample notice writing for class 10, sample notice writing for class 11, sample notice writing for class 12, frequently asked questions on notice writing.

Students might have heard the term ‘notice’ a number of times, but what does the term ‘notice’ mean or how to identify a notice? A notice is a written formal announcement intended for a large group of people. A notice follows a very precise form of writing where just the key points about the concerned topic are mentioned. Any extra details are avoided in notice writing. Since notice writing is a way to reach a large number of people in a short time, it’s important that the unnecessary detailing is avoided.

For example, suppose you have to write a notice to inform a group of people about an event. All you have to do is inform people about what the event is about, where and when it will take place, and sign it off with your designation. So how would you write a notice for that? Let’s learn about the format in which notices are written.

Notice writing is the easiest writing piece that students can go for. Just like letters and articles, notice writing too has a particular format. In fact, marks are often allotted for the format itself during evaluation. So if you want to get full marks in notice writing, you have to learn how to design and present a notice that would fulfil its purpose.

• Name of the Organisation – The first thing to write is the name of the organisation/school/college from where the notice is being issued. This will help people identify who has published or put out the notice.
• Title – The title for any notice writing is the word “Notice” itself. This is to let the readers know that they are about to read a ‘Notice’.
• Date – The next important thing that students must keep in mind while drafting the notice is to write the date. The date is written in the left corner of the notice. The date helps the readers to understand when the notice was issued. Writing dates also helps to use it as a reference for future use.
• Heading – The heading of the notice refers to the subject of the notice. In the heading, the students have to write briefly about what the notice is about. This helps the readers to have an idea about what the notice might consist of.
• Body – The body contains the main content of the notice. But one must keep in mind that the body of the notice should be kept short and informative. Only necessary information would be written in the body, which is usually written in passive voice.
• Signature and Designation – The notice ends with the signature of the person who composes the notice and their designation (in capital letters). It helps the readers to understand who has issued the notice.

If you want to score full marks in notice writing, you need to remember a few simple tips. Let’s go through them.

• No details – Notice writing is not about details but about the exact information you need the readers to know. While writing a notice, one must always keep it short yet informative.
• Correct Heading – Since the notice is meant for a large audience, it’s important that they understand what the notice is about. For that, the writer has to wisely choose the notice’s heading.
• Format – It is very crucial that the writer maintains the format of the notice. Make sure you use a large font size for the name of the organisation (probably 14), a smaller font for the next two lines containing the term ‘notice’ and what the notice is about. See to it that you use capital letters for ‘notice’. This is done in order to draw attention to it. The body of the notice can be written in a comparatively smaller font size (probably 11 or 12). End the notice with the signature of the individual issuing the notice followed by their designation in block letters.
• Clarity – Even if notices are meant to be short, you have to make it clear to the readers what the notice wants to convey. If the message of the notice isn’t clear, it might give rise to ambiguity among the readers.

Examples of Notice Writing

Taking a look at how exactly a notice is written can give you a clearer idea of how it is done. So, here is a template and a few examples that you can refer to when drafting a notice on your own.

Name of the School/College/Organisation

Title of the Notice

Body of the Notice

DESIGNATION

Now that you have an idea about how you can write a notice and its format, let’s go through a few examples as it will help you implement whatever you have learned so far.

Imagine you have been asked to draft a notice on the upcoming parent-teacher conference, here is an example to help you write a good one.

National Model Public School, Chennai

Parent-Teacher Conference

The Parent-Teacher Conference will be held on the 20th of January, 2022. It is mandatory for all parents of Std 10 students to attend the conference. The conference will go on for two hours (10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) All parents will have to assemble in the Main Auditorium by 9:45 a.m.

Signature of the Principal

If you are asked to prepare a notice regarding the summer vacation along with some instructions, here is a sample you can refer to.

St. Joseph’s Matriculation Higher Secondary School

Summer Vacation

Dear Students/Parents,

The school will remain closed from April 25 th to June 2 nd for summer vacation. The last day of attendance would be 24.04.2022. Parents are asked to pick up the students from their classrooms after the exams on the last day.

For example, if you are the Head Boy/Head Girl of a school, and you have to issue a notice about a meeting for the Annual Day function, here is how you can do it. The notice has been drafted for you.

Delhi Public School, Vadodara, Gujarat

Meeting for Annual Day Programme

Our school will be organising its 30th Annual Day on 25th December, 2022. Students who want to take part in the Annual Day are requested to report at the Auditorium Hall tomorrow (26th April, 2022) at 12:30 p.m., i.e., after the lunch break.

Signature of the Head boy/Head girl

HEAD BOY/HEAD GIRL

What is notice writing?

Notice is a written formal announcement for a large group of people.

How to write a notice?

To write a notice, you have to make sure to do the following.

• Write the name of the school/college/institution followed by the heading ‘NOTICE’ in the centre.
• Write the date on the left hand side of the page.
• Mention what the notice is about in the next line. For example, Attendance regularisation.
• Use a salutation if it is particularly intended to an audience.
• In the body of the notice, include the necessary information including time, date, duration and venue. If there is anything that is expected of the audience, mention that as well. However, see to it that you do not write long paragraphs. Keep it short and to the point.
• End the notice with the signature of the person issuing the notice and their designation in block letters on the left hand side of the page.

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Fourth Genre

Steinberg memorial essay prize.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in Fourth Genre is given annually for an essay. Mary Cappello will judge. Using only the online submission system, submit an essay of...

Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation

Poetry prize.

A prize of $1,000 is given annually for a single poem. Forrest Gander will judge. Submit up to three poems of no more than three pages each with a $10 entry fee by March 15....

Tomaž Šalamun Prize

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Factory Hollow Press is given annually for a poetry chapbook. The winner will also receive a monthlong residency in summer 2023 in a...

Prairie Schooner

Raz-shumaker book prizes.

Two prizes of $3,000 each and publication by University of Nebraska Press are given annually for a poetry collection and a short story collection. Kwame Dawes will judge....

James Jones Literary Society

First novel fellowship.

A prize of $10,000 is given annually for a novel-in-progress by a U.S. writer who has not published a novel. Runners-up will each receive $1,000. Using only the online...

Hidden River Arts

Eludia award.

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Sowilo Press is given annually for a first book of fiction by a woman writer over the age of 40. Using only the online submission system,...

National Poetry Series

Open competition.

Five prizes of $10,000 each and publication by participating trade, university, or small press publishers are given annually for poetry collections. The 2022 publishers are...

Bellingham Review

Three prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Bellingham Review are given annually for works of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. The 49th Parallel Award for...

Mad Creek Books

Journal non/fiction collection prize.

A prize of $1,500 and publication by Mad Creek Books, the trade imprint of Ohio State University Press, is given annually for a collection of short prose. Michelle Herman will...

Sonora Review

Annual contests.

Two prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Sonora Review are given annually for a short story and an essay on a theme. The 2022 contest theme is “Rage.” Using only the...

Banipal Trust for Arab Literature

Saif ghobash banipal prize for arabic literary translation.

A prize of £3,000 (approximately $3,965) is given annually for a book of poetry or fiction translated from Arabic into English and published for the first time in English...

A Public Space

Writing fellowships.

Three six-month fellowships of $1,000 each are given annually to emerging fiction and nonfiction writers who have not published a full-length book. The fellows will work with...

Arts & Letters

Arts & letters prizes.

Three prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Arts & Letters are given annually for a group of poems, a short story, and an essay. Allison Joseph will judge in...

Black Lawrence Press

Hudson prize.

A prize of $1,000, publication by Black Lawrence Press, and 10 author copies is given annually for a collection of poems or short stories. The editors will judge. Using only...

Lascaux Review

Lascaux prize in poetry.

A prize of $1,000 and publication both online and in the print edition of Lascaux Review is given annually for a single poem. Previously published and unpublished...

Trustees of the Robert Frost Farm

Frost farm prize.

A prize of $1,000 is given annually for a poem written in metrical verse. The winner also receives a scholarship to attend and give a reading at the Frost Farm Poetry...

Fish Publishing

A prize of €1,000 (approximately $1,129) and publication in the Fish Publishing anthology is given annually for a single poem. The winner is also invited to read at the...

Winter Story Contest

A prize of $2,500 and publication in Narrative is given annually for a short story, a short short story, an essay, or an excerpt from a longer work of fiction or...

Restless Books

Prize for new immigrant writing.

A prize of $10,000 and publication by Restless Books is given in alternating years for a debut book of fiction or nonfiction by a first-generation immigrant. The 2022 prize...

Four Way Books

Levis prize in poetry.

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Four Way Books is given annually for a poetry collection. The winner will also be invited to participate in readings either virtually or in...

Prime Number Magazine Awards

Two prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Prime Number Magazine are given annually for a poem and a short story. Faith Shearin will judge in poetry and Jubal Tiner...

Gemini Magazine

Short story contest.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in Gemini Magazine is given annually for a short story. The editors will judge. Submit a story of any length with an $8 entry fee by...

Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature

Paul engle prize.

A prize of $20,000 will be given annually to a writer “who, like Paul Engle, represents a pioneering spirit in the world of literature through writing, editing, publishing, or...

Indiana Review

Poetry and fiction prizes.

Two prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Indiana Review are given annually for a poem and a story. Using only the online submission system, submit up to three poems...

Elixir Press

Antivenom poetry award.

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Elixir Press is given annually for a first or second poetry collection. Candice Reffe will judge. Submit a manuscript of at least 48 pages...

North American Review 

Terry tempest williams creative nonfiction prize.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in North American Review will be given annually for an essay. Lyric essays, memoir, personal essays, and literary journalism are...

Southeast Missouri State University Press

Cowles poetry book prize.

A prize of $2,000, publication by Southeast Missouri State University Press, and 30 author copies is given annually for a poetry collection. Using only the online submission...

Nimrod International Journal

Nimrod literary awards.

Two prizes of $2,000 each and publication in Nimrod International Journal are given annually for a group of poems and a work of fiction. A runner-up in each...

Saturnalia Books

A prize of $1,500, publication by Saturnalia Books, and 20 author copies is given annually for a poetry collection. Roberto Tejada will judge. All entries will also be...

Orison Books

Prizes in poetry and fiction.

Two prizes of $1,500 each and publication by Orison Books are given annually for a poetry collection and a book of fiction. Rajiv Mohabir will judge in poetry and Tania James...

Winning Writers

Wergle flomp humor poetry contest.

A prize of $2,000, a two-year gift certificate for membership to the literary database Duotrope, and publication on the Winning Writers website is given annually for a humorous...

Just Buffalo Literary Center

Poetry fellowship.

A fellowship, which includes a stipend of $1,500 and a monthlong residency in Buffalo will be given annually to a poet. The fellowship includes lodging at a private apartment...

A prize of $1,000 and publication in Oberon is given annually for a single poem. Submit up to three poems of no more than two pages each with an $18 entry fee, which...

First Pages Prize

A prize of $2,000, developmental editing support, and an agent consultation will be given annually for the first five pages of a work of fiction or creative nonfiction. A...

University of Arkansas Press

Etel adnan poetry prize.

A prize of $1,000 and publication by University of Arkansas Press is given annually for a first or second poetry collection by a writer of Arab heritage. Series editors Hayan...

Florida Review

Editors’ awards.

Three prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Florida Review are given annually for a group of poems, a short story, and an essay. The editors will judge. Submit three...

Desperate Literature

Short fiction prize.

A prize of €1,500 (approximately $1,694) and a weeklong residency at the Civitella Ranieri Foundation’s castle in the Umbria region of Italy will be given annually for a work...

Panther Creek Book Award in Nonfiction

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Hidden River Publishing is given annually for a book-length work of nonfiction. The editors will judge. Using only the online submission...

Spoon River Poetry Review

Editors’ prize.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in Spoon River Poetry Review is given annually for a single poem. The winner also receives a $500 honorarium and travel and lodging...

Pen Parentis

Writing fellowship for new parents.

A prize of $1,000, a year of mentorship, and publication in Dreamers Creative Writing Magazine is given annually to a fiction writer who is the parent of a child under...

Omnidawn Publishing

Single poem broadside poetry contest.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in OmniVerse , the online journal of Omnidawn Publishing, is given annually for a single poem. The winner also receives 50 copies of a...

American Literary Translators Association

Lucien stryk asian translation prize.

A prize of $6,000 is given annually for a book of poetry or a text from Zen Buddhism translated from an Asian language into English and published in the previous year....

Italian Prose in Translation Award

A prize of $5,000 is given annually for a book of fiction or nonfiction translated from Italian into English and published in the previous year. Publishers or translators may...

National Translation Awards

Two prizes of $2,500 each are given annually for a book of poetry and a book of prose translated from any language into English and published in the previous year. For the...

Poetry and Short Story Awards

Two prizes of $1,000 each and publication in Sixfold are given quarterly for a group of poems and a short story. Using only the online submission system, submit up to...

Whiting Foundation

Creative nonfiction grants.

Up to eight grants of $40,000 each are given annually for creative nonfiction works-in-progress to enable writers to complete their books. Creative nonfiction writers under...

A prize of $1,000 is given twice yearly for a short story. Using only the online submission system, submit a story of 1,000 to 7,500 words with a $15 entry fee by April 28. All...

DIAGRAM/New Michigan Press

Chapbook contest.

A prize of $1,000, publication by New Michigan Press, and 25 author copies is given annually for a chapbook of poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, or hybrid-genre work. Ander...

Marsh Hawk Press

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Marsh Hawk Press is given annually for a poetry collection. John Yau will judge. Using only the online submission system, submit a...

Ghost Story

Supernatural fiction award.

A prize of $1,500 and publication on the Ghost Story website is given twice yearly for a short story with a supernatural or magic realism theme. The winning work will...

Trio House Press

Trio award for first or second book.

A prize of $1,000, publication by Trio House Press, and 20 author copies is given annually for a first or second poetry collection. Steve Healey will judge. Using only the...

Ashland Poetry Press

Richard snyder memorial publication prize.

A prize of $1,000, publication by Ashland Poetry Press, and 25 author copies is given annually for a poetry collection. Mark Irwin will judge. Using only the online submission...

Chapbook Prize

A prize of $1,000, publication by  Oversound , and 25 author copies is given annually for a poetry chapbook. Sawako Nakayasu will judge. Using only the online submission...

Poetry Foundation

Ruth lilly and dorothy sargent rosenberg poetry fellowships.

Five fellowships of $25,800 each are given annually to U.S. poets between the ages of 21 and 31. Using only the online submission system, submit 10 pages of poetry and a one-...

Beloit Poetry Journal

Adrienne rich award for poetry.

A prize of $1,500 and publication in Beloit Poetry Journal is given annually for a single poem. Using only the online submission system, submit up to three poems...

University of Pittsburgh Press

Agnes lynch starrett poetry prize.

A prize of $5,000 and publication by University of Pittsburgh Press is given annually for a debut poetry collection. Using only the online submission system, submit a...

Poetry International

Poetry international prize.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in Poetry International is given annually for a single poem. Using only the online submission system, submit up to three poems of any...

Louise Bogan Award

A prize of $1,000, publication by Trio House Press, and 20 author copies is given annually for a poetry collection. Ed Bok Lee will judge. Using only the online submission...

Tupelo Press

Berkshire prize.

A prize of $3,000, publication by Tupelo Press, and 20 author copies is given annually for a first or second poetry collection. Submit a manuscript of 48 to 88 pages with a $30...

University of Iowa Press

Iowa poetry prize.

Publication by University of Iowa Press is given annually for a poetry collection. Using only the online submission system, submit a manuscript of 50 to 150 pages with a $20...

Tom Howard/John H. Reid Fiction and Essay Contest

Two prizes of $3,000 each, two-year gift certificates for membership to the literary database Duotrope, and publication on the Winning Writers website are given annually for a...

Inlandia Institute

Hillary gravendyk prizes.

Two prizes of $1,000 each, publication by the Inlandia Institute, and 20 author copies are given annually for a poetry collection by a U.S. resident and a poetry collection by...

High Desert Museum 

Waterston desert writing prize.

A prize of $2,500 is given annually for a work of nonfiction that “recognizes the vital role deserts play worldwide in the ecosystem and the human narrative, with the desert as...

Georgia Review

Loraine williams poetry prize.

A prize of $1,500 and publication in Georgia Review is given annually for a single poem. The winner will also receive an all-expenses paid trip to give a public reading...

Breakwater Review

Peseroff prize.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in Breakwater Review is given annually for a single poem. Submit three poems of any length with a $10 entry fee by May 1. All...

University of Nebraska Press

Backwaters prize.

A prize of $2,000, publication by University of Nebraska Press, and 20 author copies is given annually for a poetry collection. An honorable mention prize of $1,000 and...

Wick Poetry Center

Stan and tom wick poetry prize.

A prize of $2,500 and publication by Kent State University Press is given annually for a debut poetry collection. The winner is also invited to teach a weeklong writing...

Atlanta Review

International poetry contest.

A prize of $1,000 and publication in Atlanta Review is given annually for a single poem. Using only the online submission system, submit up to five poems of any length...

Australian Book Review

Elizabeth jolley short story prize.

A prize of AUD $6,000 (approximately $4,272) is given annually for a story. A second-place prize of AUD $4,000 (approximately $2,848) and a third-place prize of AUD $2,500 (...

Leapfrog Press

Global fiction prize.

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Leapfrog Press is given annually for a short story collection, novel, or novella. Nancy Pearl will judge. Using only the online submission...

Bristol Short Story Prize

A prize of £1,000 (approximately $1,322) and publication in Bristol Short Story Prize Anthology Volume 15 is given annually for a short story. Tom Drake-Lee, Irenosen...

Crook’s Corner Book Prize Foundation

A prize of $5,000 is given annually for a debut novel set in the American South. The author may live anywhere, but eligible novels must be set primarily in Alabama, Arkansas,...

Academy of American Poets

Lenore marshall poetry prize.

A prize of $25,000 is given annually for a poetry collection by a living poet published in the United States during the previous year. The winner also receives an all-expenses...

Ploughshares

Emerging writer’s contest.

Three prizes of $2,000 each and publication in Ploughshares are given annually for a poem or group of poems, a short story, and an essay. Each winner also receives a...

Raymond Carver Short Story Contest

A prize of $2,000 and publication in Carve is given annually for a short story. Using only the online submission system, submit a story of up to 10,000 words with a $17...

Janet B. McCabe Poetry Prize

A prize of $1,500 and publication in Ruminate is given annually for a single poem. Using only the online submission system, submit up to two poems of no more than 40...

James Laughlin Award

A prize of $5,000 is given annually for a second book of poetry by a living poet to be published in the coming calendar year. The winner also receives an all-expenses paid...

Bauhan Publishing

May sarton new hampshire poetry prize.

A prize of $1,000, publication by Bauhan Publishing, and 50 author copies is given annually for a poetry collection. Rebecca Kaiser Gibson will judge. Submit a manuscript of 50...

Fordham University at Lincoln Center 

Poetic justice institute prizes.

Two prizes of $1,000 each and publication by Fordham University Press are given annually for poetry collections. The winners also receive a publicity consultation and headline...

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International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development

⇑ Global Essay Competition

2024 Essay Competition

Call for essays.

In November 2023, IOCD launched the second year of its annual essay competition on the role of the chemical sciences in sustainability, in collaboration with the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). See here . The competition is open globally to entrants under 35 years of age on the closing date of 31 March 2024 . The theme for the 2024 competition is:

How can the chemical sciences contribute to ‘decarbonizing’ the production of energy and to eliminating the generation or release of greenhouse gasses from large-scale manufacturing and agricultural processes?

Essays will be grouped into seven regions for the selection of winners, based on the entrant’s country of normal residence. Each regional winner will receive a prize of US$500 and their entries will be published in RSC Sustainability . The shortlisted essays selected as Finalists will be collected in an annual compendium, Young Voices in the Chemical Sciences for Sustainability, published as a PDF online and available on IOCD’s website . Individual shortlisted entries will also be featured from time to time on IOCD’s website. See here for the 2023 regional winners and finalists. The seven regional groupings are:

• East Asia & Pacific
• Europe & Central Asia
• Latin America & Caribbean
• Middle East & North Africa
• North America
• Sub-Saharan Africa

Broad flexibility will be applied in assessing the approach taken by entrants to framing the theme. Essays will be judged on how well they highlight the importance of scientific approaches grounded in the chemical sciences for solving sustainability challenges. Entrants are encouraged to take a wide, global perspective, including reflecting on the intersection of science, society and policy aspects, rather than to describe a particular scientific advance in great technical detail. Entrants should create their own title for their essay, related to the theme set. Essays must not exceed 1500 words of main text.

The following downloads are available:

• 2024 Essay Competition Rules and Guidance Note here .
• 2024 Entry Form here .

Call for Volunteer Evaluators

IOCD invites volunteers from around the world to assist in the evaluation of the entries for the 2024 competition. Volunteers should have a postgraduate degree/experience in a field related to the role of the chemical sciences in sustainable development (whether in education, research or industry) and be willing to undertake scoring according to set criteria and commenting qualitatively on up to 20 essays during the period March-May 2024. Every volunteer will receive a Certificate acknowledging their contribution to the competition.

IOCD is seeking more evaluators. An application form to register as a volunteer can be downloaded here .

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Essay Writing Contests: The Ultimate List of 2024

Did you know that the very first recorded essay contest can be traced back to the early 16th century, initiated by none other than the renowned philosopher and essayist Michel de Montaigne? In 1580, Montaigne published his collection of essays titled 'Essais,' which not only marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of the essay as a literary form but also contained an implicit challenge to his readers. He encouraged them to engage with his ideas and respond by writing their own essays, essentially laying the groundwork for what we now recognize as essay contests.

Fast forward to the vibrant year of 2024, and this tradition of writing competitions has evolved into a global phenomenon, offering emerging writers from all walks of life a captivating platform to share their thoughts, emotions, and narratives with the world.

In this article, our essay writer will review essay writing contests, presenting you with an exclusive selection of the most promising opportunities for the year ahead. Each of these competitions not only provides a stage to demonstrate your writing prowess but also offers a unique avenue for personal growth, self-expression, and intellectual exploration, all while competing for impressive writing awards and well-deserved recognition.

Top Essay Writing Contests in 2024

If you enjoy expressing your thoughts and ideas through writing, you're in for a treat. Essay writing competitions in 2024 offer you a chance to do just that and win some great prizes in the process. We've put together a list of contests specially designed for students like you. These contests cover various interesting essay topics , giving you a unique opportunity to showcase your writing skills and potentially earn cash prizes or scholarships. So, let's jump right into these fantastic opportunities.

2024 International Literary Prize by Hammond House Publishing

The 2024 Writing Competition beckons writers with over £3000 in cash prizes, publication opportunities in anthologies, and a chance to participate in a televised Award Ceremony. Sponsored by the University Centre Grimsby, this annual contest, now in its eighth year, draws entries from approximately 30 countries worldwide. Entrants can vie for prizes across four categories, gaining exposure at the televised award ceremony and receiving expert feedback at the annual literary festival.

And if you're determined to learn how to overcome writer's block for this contest, we have a wealth of expert tips and strategies to guide you through the process!

Deadline: 30th September 2024

• 1st Prize: £1000
• 2nd Prize: £100
• 3rd Prize: £50

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International Voices in Creative Nonfiction Competition by Vine Leaves Press

Vine Leaves Press welcomes writers worldwide, prioritizing voices from marginalized communities such as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and individuals with chronic illnesses or disabilities, among others. Submissions, which must be in English and previously unpublished, are accepted from February 1, 2024, until July 1, 2024. Manuscripts can be either narrative (50,000 – 80,000 words) or experimental (at least 100 pages), adhering to specific formatting guidelines, including anonymity to ensure impartial judging. Each submission requires a $25 entry fee via Submittable, and multiple entries are allowed. Entries will be judged based on originality, creativity, writing quality, and adherence to genre, with finalists announced in October 2024, shortlisted in January 2025, and winners in March 2025.

Deadline: July 01, 2024

• The winner will receive a cash prize of $1000.
• Publication of the winning manuscript will occur in 2026 by Vine Leaves Press.
• Runners-up will also be considered for publication.

Solas Awards by Best Travel Writing

The Solas Awards, continuing a tradition since 1993, celebrate travel stories that inspire. They're looking for engaging tales that capture the essence of exploration, whether funny, enlightening, or adventurous. Winners may get published and join a community of fellow storytellers. Entries in essay, non-fiction, and travel genres are welcome with a $25 submission fee.

Deadline: September 21, 2024

• $1,000 Gold
• $750 Silver
• $500 Bronze

Vocal Challenges by Creatd

Vocal, in partnership with Voices in Minor (ViM), announces a creator-led challenge in celebration of International Women's Day, open to all Vocal creators. Participants are invited to write a 600-800 word piece about a woman who has inspired them for International Women's Day in the Year of the Dragon 2024. Submissions must adhere to specific length criteria and can be of any genre or format. Vocal will review entries and create a shortlist, from which ViM will select two co-grand prize winners and ten runners-up.

Deadline: Mar 12, 2024

• 2 Co-Grand Prizes: $200
• 10 Runners-up: $20

Cambridge Re:think Essay Competition 2024

The Re:think Essay Competition welcomes students aged 14 to 18 worldwide to participate in crafting essays under 2000 words, following MLA 8 citation style, with submissions undergoing plagiarism and AI checks. Essay prompts cover diverse themes, such as the role of women in STEM , provided by distinguished professors from prestigious institutions like Harvard, Brown, UC Berkeley, Cambridge, Oxford, and MIT. To maintain anonymity during review, submissions should be in PDF format without personal details.

Deadline : 10th May, 2024

• Gold: $150 cash, $500 CCIR scholarship, digital certificate, interview, Cambridge invite.
• Silver: $100 cash, $300 CCIR scholarship, digital certificate, interview, Cambridge invite.
• Bronze: $50 cash, $200 CCIR scholarship, digital certificate, interview, Cambridge invite.

The Hudson Prize by Black Lawrence Press

Each year, Black Lawrence Press presents The Hudson Prize, inviting submissions for an unpublished collection of poems or prose. This competition is open to writers at all stages of their careers, offering the winner book publication, a $1,000 cash prize, and ten copies of the published book. Entries are read blind by a panel of editors, requiring manuscripts to adhere to specific formatting guidelines, including pagination and font choice. Poetry manuscripts should be 45-95 pages, while prose manuscripts should range from 120-280 pages.

Deadline : March 31, 2024

• Top prize $1,000

Irene Adler Prize by Lucas Ackroyd

Introducing The Irene Adler Prize essay writing contest, offering a $1,000 US scholarship to the winner, with up to two $250 awards for honorable mentions. Open to women pursuing bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. degrees in journalism, creative writing, or literature worldwide, regardless of age. Unlike previous years, this year's competition welcomes applicants from any country. The application period runs from January 30, 2024, to May 30, 2024, with no late submissions accepted. Each application requires a 500-word essay on one of five provided prompts and a completed entry form, both submitted via email.

Deadline : May 30, 2024

• 2x honorable mentions: $250

100 Word Writing Contest by Tadpole Press

With a doubled first-place prize of $2,000 USD, participants are invited from all corners of the globe, regardless of age, gender, or nationality. Pen names are accepted, and winning entries will be published under those names. Previously published pieces are also welcome, with no restrictions. Any genre is accepted, with the theme centered around creativity. Each entry must be 100 words or less, including the title.

Deadline : April 30, 2024

• 1st place: $2,000 USD.
• 2nd place: Writing coaching package valued at $450 USD.
• 3rd place: Developmental and diversity editing package valued at $250 USD.

African Diaspora Awards 2024 by Kinsman Avenue Publishing, Inc

The African Diaspora Award 2024 seeks original works from Afro-descendants, including short stories, flash fiction, essays, poetry, or visual art. Winners can earn up to $1000 USD and publication in Kinsman Quarterly and "Black Butterfly: Voices of the African Diaspora." Submissions reflecting cultural themes are due by June 30, 2024. Authors retain copyrights, and entrants must be 18 or older. No plagiarism is allowed, and Kinsman Quarterly employees cannot enter. Various genres are accepted with specific word count limits.

Deadline : June 30, 2024

• Grand Prize: $1000 cash and publication in Kinsman Quarterly & anthology.
• 1st Runner Up: $300 cash and publication 
• 2nd Runner Up: $200 cash and publication 
• 3rd Runner Up: $50 cash and publication
• Top 6 Finalists: $25 Amazon gift card and publication 
• 6 Honorary Mentions: Publication in Kinsman Quarterly & anthology.

Work-In-Progress (WIP) Contest by Unleash Press

The Unleash WIP Award 2024 offers $500, feedback, coaching, and a feature in Unleash Lit to help writers with their book projects in fiction, nonfiction, or poetry. All writers can apply. So, if you're looking for resources like free Harvard online courses to hone your writing skills, consider entering this competition. Submissions of the first 25 pages and answers to questions are due by July 15, 2024. Multiple entries are okay, but follow the rules, especially keeping your submission anonymous. Unleash also welcomes previously self-published works.

Deadline : July 15, 2024

• Top prize: $500
• Additional prizes: Coaching, interview, and editorial support

Aurora Polaris Creative Nonfiction Award by Trio House Press

Open to all writers, the poetry manuscripts should be 48-70 pages, and the prose manuscripts should be up to 80,000 words. Submissions must be from U.S. residents and must be original works. AI-generated submissions and translations are not eligible. Manuscripts should be sent as a single Word doc. or docx. file with no identifying information, and a cover letter with bio and contact details should be uploaded separately.

Deadline: May 15, 2024

• $1,000, publication, and 20 books

Poetry & Spoken Word Competition 2024 by Write the World

Young writers aged 13 to 19.5 are invited to enter this upcoming competition, with submissions of 50 to 500 words. Inspired by Audrey Lorde's words and the power of poetry, participants are encouraged to craft original poems or spoken word pieces advocating for change and self-expression. Winners, including top prizes for written and recorded performances, will be announced on June 14. Malika Booker, a renowned British poet, serves as the guest judge. To enter, writers should sign up on Write the World, respond to the prompt, and submit their final entries before the deadline.

Deadline : May 27, 2024

• Best entry: $100
• Best Peer Review: $50

Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award

The Killer Nashville essay writing contests seek to uncover new talent and recognize outstanding works by established authors, aiming to introduce their works to a broader audience. With numerous fiction and non-fiction categories available, writers have the opportunity to showcase their talent across a wide range of genres. The top prize includes a $250 award, and entry requires a fee of $79. Genres eligible for entry encompass crime, essay, fantasy, fiction, humor, memoir, mystery, non-fiction, novel, poetry, science fiction, script writing, short story, and thriller.

Deadline : June 15, 2024

• Top prize: $250

Journalism Competition 2024 by Write the World

In this upcoming competition, young writers aged 13 to 19.5 are invited to participate, with entries ranging from 400 to 1000 words. Participants are tasked with exploring and reporting on significant events within their own country, fostering a deeper understanding of local issues. Optional draft submissions for expert review are available until July 8, with feedback returned to writers by July 12. Winners will be announced on August 9. To enter, writers must sign up for a free account on Write the World, respond to the prompt, and submit their final entries before the deadline.

Deadline : July 22, 2024

National Essay Contest by U.S. Institute of Peace

This year, AFSA is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the United States Foreign Service. They've been involved in important events throughout history, like making decisions about war and peace, supporting human rights, and responding to disasters. Now, AFSA wants students to think about the future of diplomacy. They're asking students to imagine how diplomats can adapt to the changing world and its challenges. It's a chance for students to explore how diplomacy can continue to make a difference in the world.

Deadline : April 01, 2024

• Top prize: $2,500
• Additional prizes: Runner-up: $1,250

In 2023, the world of writing competitions offers a diverse tapestry of opportunities for writers across the globe. From exploring the depths of nature to delving into the mysteries of microfiction, these competitions beckon with enticing prizes and platforms for your creative voice. So, pick your favorite, sharpen your pen, and embark on a journey of literary excellence!

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