Participate in these Contests open in the month of August 2023 and win Fantastic Prizes

These top competitions/contests are open for applications in the month of August 2023 for writers, poets, creatives, youths and photographers to win fantastic prizes and get mouth watering rewards. Interested? Then apply now.

1. UNESCO Fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon 2023

The Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon is an integral part of the Global Media and Information Literacy Week Youth Agenda Forum. It is an opportunity for young people and youth organizations worldwide to participate in creating innovative MIL learning in meaningful ways. Following the previous four successful editions, the fifth Global Media and Information Literacy Youth Hackathon will be held during Global MIL Week 2023.

• Open to: Youths
• Deadline: August 01, 2023

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2. RCE Youth Art Challenge For Young Eco Artists 2023

Calling all young eco-artists! We’re looking for your creative works of art which demonstrate how you or your local community is working to achieve sustainable consumption and production.

3. VII International Flash Fiction Competition 2023

The contest is organized by the César Egido Serrano Foundation based in Madrid, Spain.  This contest is the best endowed by word in the world with a first prize of $20,000 and three second prizes of $2,000 each.

• Open to: Writers & Poets
• Deadline: August 15, 2023

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4. Yale 2023-2024 Drama Series Playwriting Competition

The Yale Drama Series is seeking submissions for its 2024 playwriting competition. The winning play will be selected by the series’ current judge, Jeremy O. Harris. The prize and publication are contingent on the playwright’s agreeing to the terms of the publishing agreement.

5. Environmental Photographer of the Year Competition 2023

Now in its 16th year, The Environmental Photographer of the Year competition showcases the most inspirational environmental photography from around the world. The award celebrates humanity’s ability to survive and innovate and showcases thought-provoking images that call attention to our impact and inspire us to live sustainably.

6. Afrorama Oral History Competition 2023

Whether it’s a story passed down through generations or a story from your community you are passionate about, we want to hear it all. You’ll have the chance to share your story with a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for preserving and celebrating the rich history of Africa. So, dust off your storytelling skills, and get ready to take us on a journey through time and stand a chance to win cash prizes and to have your story featured on afrorama’s social media, and shared with people around the world.

• Open to: Africans, Writers & Poets, Youths
• Deadline: August 31, 2023

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7. Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) African Youth Storytelling Contest 2023

Do you have a powerful story to share about your vision for a thriving Africa where landscapes are healthy, communities prosper, and justice prevails? We believe that storytelling has the power to ignite change, inspire action and connect people across borders. After an incredible storytelling contest last year featuring stories from every corner of the continent, the 2023 Africa Youth Storytelling Contest will provide a platform for your visions to reach a global stage.

• Open to: Africans, Writers & Poets
• Deadline: August 31, 2023

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8. Photography 4 Humanity Global Prize Competition 2023

We are excited to announce that the 2023 Global Contest has turned its lens towards climate justice.  We believe climate change is a human rights issue, so we are looking for images that show people impacted by the escalating climate crisis. They include climate refuges, the very young, the very old, the disabled and injured, the poor, indigenous and island people, and women. Images of climate champions advocating for change, and those helping to mitigate and reverse climate change are welcome too.

• Open to: Everyone, Photographers
• Deadline: August 31, 2023

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