United Nations

Every year the Goi Peace Education Foundation develops educational programs and contests to promote global awareness in young people, emphasizing the leading role they can play in promoting world peace.

Together with UNESCO and the Earthwise Society, the Foundation has organized a series of International Essay contests for young people to take part in. Years 2005-20014 have already been designated by the United Nations as the "Decade of Education for Sustainable Development." Through this, the UN hopes that young people not only benefit from global initiatives, but are also empowered to play a part in them any way they can.

The theme of this years' International Contest Essay is "My project to create positive change in my environment. How can I foster sustainable development in my community?" Young people from around the world are invited to submit innovative ideas and concrete plans to address the social, cultural, environmental or economic problems faced by their community.

Considering the economic and environmental problems we are currently facing, this is a brilliant idea to introduce fresh new ideas for change from the rising generations.

The contest is divided into two separate age categories. Children (ages up to 14) and Youth (ages 15-25). If you happen to be the lucky 1st prize winner, you will receive a cash award and an all expense paid trip to Japan for the awards ceremony. For more guidelines information, visit the Goi Peace Foundation site.

All entries are due by June 30th, so good luck!