TSL International Schools Essay Competition and Debate 2019

 

Deadline: December 20, 2019

Entries are invited for the TSL International Schools Essay Competition and Debate 2019 . TSL
invites schoolchildren around the world to share their unique
perspectives on the role young people can play in achieving UN
Sustainable Development Goal #15 – to conserve and sustainably manage
life on land.

According to the UN and its global partners, a flourishing life on land
is fundamental to our future security. We are all part of the planet’s
ecosystem, yet we have caused it severe damage through deforestation,
loss of natural habitats and land degradation. Promoting the sustainable
use of our ecosystems and preserving biodiversity is not just ‘another
cause’, it is a key to our future survival. UN SDG #15 challenges
countries to conserve and sustainably manage Life on Land, as part of
wider efforts across all countries to protect the Earth as a whole.

Children are strongly encouraged to share their own experiences (good or
bad, local or national) in order to help bring their essays alive and
support a meaningful international dialogue.

 Prizes

    Every year, one overall Grand Prize winner (plus Teacher
    Champion and parent) wins a free trip to the TSL International
    Schools Debates & Awards. The 2019 debates will take place in
    British Columbia, Canada;
    The writers of the top ten essays in each category (Primary or
    Secondary) receive medals and all Finalists, Honourable Mentions and
    Debate Attendees receive personalised certificates.

  Eligibility

    Open to primary students and secondary students, supported by
    Teacher Champions, parents and schools.
    Each student is invited to submit one essay in English, entitled:
      o Primary students (ages 7-11; max. 400 words): /Young people are
        key to achieving SDG #15 (Life on Land)/
      o Secondary students (ages 11-17; max. 600 words): /Young people
        are key to achieving SDG #15 (Life on Land)/

  Judging and Rules

    The essays are judged for originality and creativity in all formats,
    and the potential to contribute to a constructive international debate;
    Unique and well-argued perspectives score highly. Please refrain
    from copying and pasting non-original material;
    An international judging panel of sustainability experts and
    educationalists will select the winning entries for each age category.

   Application
Click here to enter

For more information, visit Trust for Sustainable Living EssayCompetition