In celebration of the 2023 International Day of the Girl Child, the Hacey Health Initiative is extending an invitation to young minds across Nigeria.
The call is for essay entries to participate in the Hacey Essay Competition, a platform designed to foster critical thinking and encourage proactive solutions to the challenges faced by girls in Nigeria.
The Hacey Essay Competition is organized to mark the 7th International Day of the Girl Child Essay Competition for secondary school students.
The essay competition encourages critical thinking towards proffering solutions to girl child issues in Nigeria.
Abstract
- Host: Hacey Health Initiative
- Category: Competitions| Secondary School Scholarships
- Benefits: Cash Prizes + Laptop
- N200,000.00 + Laptop (Winner)
- N100,000.00 + Prizes
- N50,000.00 + Prizes
- Eligibility: Nigeria
- Deadline: September 15, 2023
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Details
In celebration of the 2023 International Day of the Girl Child, HACEY Health Initiative is pleased to announce a call for submissions for the 7th International Day of the Girl Child Essay Competition for secondary school students.
The essay competition will enhance the critical thinking towards proffering solutions to girl child health, social, and moral issues in Nigeria.
The central focus of the Hacey Essay Competition is to inspire critical thinking among secondary school students.
Participants are encouraged to delve deep into the pressing issues that affect the girl child in Nigeria, ranging from health-related concerns to social and moral challenges.
Through their essays, young writers have the opportunity to propose innovative solutions that can contribute to positive change in the lives of girls in their communities and across the nation.
Requirements
All essay entries for the Hacey Essay Competition must:
- Contain a cover page containing the student’s full name, age, class, school name, phone number, email address, and state of residence.
- Be written in English language
- Not less than 700 words and not more than 1,000 words
- Be the original work of the applicant
Eligibility
Girls in secondary schools in Nigeria
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Benefits and Timeline
The winners of Hacey Competition will be awarded as follows;
- 1st – Laptop & N200,000
- 2nd – N100,000 and other consolation prizes
- 3rd – N50,000 and other consolation prizes
Essay Topic
The role of the Nigerian government and society in promoting women’s equal participation and leadership in political and public life.
Application Procedure
- Submission
Essays should be submitted to [email protected] on or before 6:00pm on Friday 15th September, 2023.
- Notification and Announcement of Winners
Finalists will be notified by September 18th, 2023 and winners will be announced and awarded at the 11th International Day of the Girl Child Conference in Lagos State.
Deadline: September 15th, 2023
Conclusion: Empowering Voices, Creating Change
- The Hacey Essay Competition is not just an opportunity for young girls to showcase their writing talents but also a platform for them to become advocates for change.
- It empowers them to voice their opinions on critical issues affecting the girl child in Nigeria.
- Through thoughtful essays, these young writers have the potential to influence policies, raise awareness, and inspire action.
- As we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, let us recognize the power of education, expression, and advocacy in transforming the lives of girls.
- The Hacey Essay Competition serves as a beacon of hope, encouraging young minds to be champions for gender equality and the rights of girls in Nigeria.
Join the Hacey Essay Competition today, and be a part of the movement to empower girls and create a brighter future for all.