UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition 2024. The UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition for 2024 invites Nigerian undergraduates to share their innovative ideas on how tax policies can drive progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Nigeria. This competition offers a platform for students to propose solutions that connect taxation with sustainable development.
Key Information
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Contest | UNDP Essay Competition |
| Focus | Tax policies, SDGs |
| First Prize | NGN 1,000,000 |
| Eligibility | Nigerian undergraduates |
| Deadline | 1 October 2024 |
| Essay Length | 1,500 – 2,000 words |
| Submission | PDF format, original content |
| Evaluation | Innovation, relevance, clarity |
Competition Themes
Students are encouraged to write on one of the following topics:
- Exploring how innovative tax policies can help close the SDGs financing gap in Nigeria.
- Investigating how inclusive and sustainable tax systems impact environmental sustainability, the digital economy, and trade.
- Strengthening tax systems to combat Illicit Financial Flows for progress toward closing the SDGs financing gap.
Prizes
Winners of the competition will receive the following rewards:
- First Prize: NGN 1,000,000 and a certificate of recognition.
- Second Prize: NGN 750,000 and a certificate of recognition.
- Third Prize: NGN 500,000 and a certificate of recognition.
Eligibility
The competition is open to all undergraduate Nigerian students. To participate:
- Students must be enrolled in a recognized university or college in Nigeria.
- Participants need to submit both a national ID and a university student ID.
Submission Guidelines
- Essay Length: 1,500 to 2,000 words.
- Language: English.
- Format: Typed, double-spaced, and submitted in PDF format.
- Originality: Essays must be original; plagiarism will result in disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
Essays will be judged based on the following criteria:
- Relevance: How well the essay aligns with the competition theme.
- Innovation: Original and practical solutions offered.
- Analysis: Depth of research and critical thinking.
- Clarity: Well-structured and coherent arguments.
- Impact: Potential to influence policy and sustainable practices.
How to Apply
Submit your essay using the link provided on the official competition page. Apply for UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition.
The deadline for submissions is 1 October 2024. For more information, visit the UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition page.
This competition is a valuable opportunity to share your insights and potentially influence tax policies that support Nigeria’s sustainable development.
