Lions International Peace Essay Contest
The Lions International Peace Essay Contest invites visually impaired children aged 11 to 13 to share what peace means to them through writing. Each year, Lions clubs in New Zealand and around the world sponsor this contest in schools and youth groups, encouraging young people to express their thoughts and feelings on the annual theme.
Participants not only gain the opportunity to share their voice with a global audience, but one talented writer will also receive US $5,000, an award, and an invitation to a special Lions International event.
Important Deadlines – Peace Essay Contest
If your club is planning to sponsor a Peace Essay Contest, please note the following key dates:
Club Level
- November 15: Deadline for clubs to send their one winning essay to the district governor. Note: Clubs should notify their district governor in advance and confirm the date of district judging.
- December 1: Clubs not belonging to a district must send their winning essay directly to the Brand & Creative Department at Lions International Headquarters.
- February 1: The president of the club sponsoring the grand prize winner’s school or youth group will be notified on or before this date.
District Level
- December 1: Districts must send their winning essay to the multiple district council chairperson. Districts not part of a multiple district must send their entry directly to Lions International Headquarters (postmarked by this date).
Multiple District Level
- December 15: Multiple district council chairpersons must send their winning essay to the Brand & Creative Department at Lions International Headquarters.
How to Sponsor a Peace Essay Contest
Interested in sponsoring a Peace Essay Contest in your community? It’s simple to get involved. Here’s how:
1. Gather your team
Running a contest works best with teamwork. Identify club members who can help plan and coordinate, and connect with your district Peace Poster Chairperson for support and resources. Together, you can find local schools and youth groups to partner with and promote the contest.
Running a contest works best with teamwork. Identify club members who can help plan and coordinate, and connect with your district Peace Poster Chairperson for support and resources. Together, you can find local schools and youth groups to partner with and promote the contest.
2. Connect with your community
The Peace Essay Contest can be sponsored through schools or organised youth groups. Work with your team to approach these organisations and invite them to participate.
The Peace Essay Contest can be sponsored through schools or organised youth groups. Work with your team to approach these organisations and invite them to participate.
3. Download the official contest form
The International Peace Essay Contest form provides the annual theme, rules, judging criteria, and the official entry form that must be submitted with each essay.
The International Peace Essay Contest form provides the annual theme, rules, judging criteria, and the official entry form that must be submitted with each essay.