2021 World Citizen Essay Contest
March 21st, 2021 12:00AM -12:00AM
2021 World Citizen Essay Contest Prompt:
The COVID-19 global pandemic has illustrated that today’s world is truly interconnected. With so many changes happening at once—climate change, domestic political unrest, the global economy, education, health care, trade and tourism—we are seeing new ways local and national actions impact international issues. According to the United Nations, “the world is at a defining moment for collective action” to solve challenging global issues. Therefore, in 1000 words or less, discuss an issue of global significance, explain its impact on a specific context (local, national, regional, or global), what steps you would take to address it, and how you would inspire others, especially youth, to take action on this important issue.
2021 World Citizen Essay Contest Winners:
| Grades 3-5 | Grades 6-8 | Grades 9-12 | |
|
First Place |
Zoe G.
Bryant Elementary School "25 Cigarettes A Day" |
Anish S.
Willows Preparatory School "Empowering India to Lead the Climate Change Crisis Response" |
Gracie P.
Glacier Peak High School "Women's Human Rights in Iran" |
|
Second Place |
Ryder N.
McDonald International School "Kids Need Food" |
Isha G.
Timberline Middle School "The Gender Wage Gap in the U.S.: Reasons |
Alexa D. Glacier Peak High School "Reproductive Rights In Sub-Saharan Africa" |
|
Third Place |
Annapoorani L.
Seattle Country Day School "This Will Be Hard (But We Can Do This)"
|
Iris L.
Hamilton International Middle School "Education during the Coronavirus |
Jakob D. Glacier Peak High School "Switch to Renewables - Our Future Depends On It" |
2021 World Citizen Essay Contest Prizes:
First Place | Amazon Kindle Fire HD 10
Second Place | Seattle Storm Merchandise signed by the team (Poster, Basketball, & Replica 2019 Championship Ring)
Third Place | Glass Plaque with Name, Place, & Essay Title & World Affairs Council 70th Anniversary Gift Bag with assorted international items