Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025; The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025 is now accepting entries from writers across all Commonwealth countries.
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Theme: Our Commonwealth Journey
Journeys help people learn, grow, and shape the world. The Commonwealth itself has a rich history, beginning in 1949 and now spanning 56 countries across five continents and one-third of the world’s oceans. With a population of 2.7 billion, its journey continues.
Participants are invited to write about journeys—whether through places, time, or people. You may reflect on the Commonwealth’s past, present, or future.
Categories & Topics
The competition has two age-based categories, each with a word limit and four topics to choose from.
Senior Category
For participants born between 23 May 2006 and 23 May 2011
Word Limit: 1,500 words
Choose one topic:
Imagine a Commonwealth where everyone has equal access to education.
Retell a popular folklore from your country or another Commonwealth nation.
Describe how a book took you on a journey and changed your perspective.
Share the life story of a plant that grows in the heart of your town or village.
Junior Category
For participants born on or after 23 May 2011 Word Limit: 750 words
Choose one topic: Write about a time you discovered something new about a Commonwealth country. Narrate a sea journey from one country to a small island nation—what do you see and who do you meet? Imagine you find a secret door into your favorite book—what happens inside? Picture a gathering of animals from different Commonwealth nations—what do they discuss?
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Exciting Prizes & Recognition
Grand Prize: A week-long trip to London for two winners from each category.
The trip includes:
Fun and educational activities Special events A grand awards ceremony at a Royal Palace
Additional Awards: Certificate of Participation for all successful entries Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards for top-performing writers
Eligibility & Entry Details
Open to residents of Commonwealth countries and territories Also open to entrants from Hong Kong, Ireland, and Zimbabwe
Deadline: 23 May 2025
How to Enter:
Visit the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition application page to submit your entry. More details are available on the official Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition website.
This could be your chance to shine as a writer—submit your best work before the deadline!
