A Judging Panel comprising of at least five people (Economist journalists and other persons) will make the final decision. The selection will be made on the following basis:
- Quality of the essay submitted
- The language and grammar
The Economist’s Essay Competition for Young People 2019
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Eligibility
Individuals of 16-25 years old
Region
All
Award
Multiple awards
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The Economist invites submissions for The Economist’s Essay Competition for Young People 2019. Participants between 16 and 25 years of age group can apply and stand a chance to win a trip to one of the three Open Future events, to be held in Hong Kong, Manchester and Chicago on Saturday, October 5th, 2019
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
The applicants between 16 and 25 years of age group can apply.
Benefits
The winner will get the following awards:
- The winning essay will be published on The Economist's Open Future website.
- The winner will be invited to one of the three Open Future events, to be held in Hong Kong, Manchester and Chicago on Saturday, October 5th, 2019
- The Economist will pay for the winner's travel and accommodation.
How can you apply?
The participants can directly participate in the competition by submitting their essays. Follow the steps to apply:
Step 1: Draft an Email with “Open Future essay contest” in the subject line.
Step 2: Write the essay on the topic "What fundamental economic and political change, if any, is needed for an effective response to climate change?"
Step 3: Place the essay in the text body of the mail (Note: Essays submitted as attachments will not be considered).
Step 4: Mention the applicant's name and age in the mail.
Step 5: Send the mail at OpenFuture@Economist.com.
Important Dates
Last date of application: 31 July 2019
Declaration of results: on or by 15 September 2019
Selection Criteria
Terms and Conditions
- There will be only one winner
- The essay should not be more than 1,000 words and must be written in the English language.
- If the winner is less than 18years of age, The Economist will also pay for one guardian's visit.
- Only one entry per person is permitted.
- Entries containing defamatory, offensive, obscene or any other suitable material will disqualify.
- Entries via third parties and automated entries are not permitted.
- The winners will be notified about the results within 45 days of the closing date by email, post or phone.
- The Economist may ask for documentary proof of the applicant's identity and/or address before awarding the prize.
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The Economist
Email: OpenFuture@Economist.com
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