Deadline: 31 January 2011
ELIGIBILITY
All high school students, enrolled in 9th through 12th grades, attending public or private schools from the United States and abroad.
TOPIC
The use of military means as a solution to today’s international and national political issues: Diplomacy or war, democracy or military coup?
Essays must/must be:
• Written in English
• Original, unpublished, and written entirely by student
• Contain student’s original opinions and recommendations based on research
• At least 1,500 words in length but no more than 2,000 (Citations and bibliography are not included in the word count)
• Typed, double-spaced with margins: left: 1.5", right: 1", top: 1", bottom: 1", page-numbered
• Include a bibliography
• Comply with standards regarding citations and bibliography
SUBMISSION OF ESSAYS: HOW AND WHEN?
All essays must be submitted online.
Essays must be submitted as either Microsoft Word (.doc) file or Adobe Reader (.pdf) file.
Essay entries will be accepted starting September 15, 2010 and must be received by Monday, January 31st 2011.
Essay submissions will be judged on:
• Content
• Grammar
• Originality
• Style and vocabulary
The decision of the judges is final as relating to all contest matters.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
1st place : 4,500 USD + Trip to D.C.
2nd place : 2,500 USD + Trip to D.C.
3rd place : 1,000 USD + Trip to D.C.
4th - 20th place : 300 USD + Trip to D.C.
21st - 30th place : Trip to D.C.
All participants receive a Certificate of Participation.
Winners will be awarded in a ceremony that will take place in Washington, D.C. in March 2011:
During their 4-day trip to D.C., students will have the opportunity to meet U.S. Congress members, and visit think tank organizations and tourist attractions including museums.
Airfare, accommodations, meals, and transportation will be sponsored by the Gulen Institute.
Teachers of winning students will receive awards of appreciation and recognition. All participants will receive an Honorary Certificate.
HOW TO ADDRESS THE TOPIC
The use of military means as a solution to today’s international and national political issues: Diplomacy or war, democracy or military coup?
Good governance relies upon responsible civic participation, equality, and rule of law. It involves political leadership, bureaucracy, civil society, community leaders and others who play a role in or influence decision-making and the implementation of laws and policies within society. For those who hope to prevent military interventions that lead to the deaths of civilians and the destruction of their country’s political and economic foundation, what are the possible ways to reduce the risk of military interventions, such as military coups, to provide new generations a safer and more democratic world?
• Choose a case-study topic from a country that has experienced a military intervention in its recent history.
• What forms of military interventions happened and why? How did military interventions affect the population and civil institutions in the country?
• Based on your research provide recommendations for national leaders that would prevent conflict and enhance the democratization process in their countries
OBJECTIVES
The Gülen Institute encourages all high school students from the U.S. and abroad to participate in the Gülen Institute Youth Summit because it:
• Helps young minds define problems related to stable peace and social harmony, discuss them, and offer possible solutions from their own perspectives
• Contributes to achieving a positive impact on society by building social skills
• Helps students improve research and writing skills that are so essential prior to college years.
• Is a lifetime opportunity for students to exchange ideas with their peers both from national and global levels
CONTACT INFORMATION
Should you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us at:
The Gülen Institute
University of Houston - 4800 Calhoun Rd, Houston, TX, 77004 U.S.A.
Tel.: +1 (713) 743 8135 Fax: +1 (713) 974 4445
youthplatform@guleninstitute.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
More information here.
ELIGIBILITY
All high school students, enrolled in 9th through 12th grades, attending public or private schools from the United States and abroad.
TOPIC
The use of military means as a solution to today’s international and national political issues: Diplomacy or war, democracy or military coup?
Essays must/must be:
• Written in English
• Original, unpublished, and written entirely by student
• Contain student’s original opinions and recommendations based on research
• At least 1,500 words in length but no more than 2,000 (Citations and bibliography are not included in the word count)
• Typed, double-spaced with margins: left: 1.5", right: 1", top: 1", bottom: 1", page-numbered
• Include a bibliography
• Comply with standards regarding citations and bibliography
SUBMISSION OF ESSAYS: HOW AND WHEN?
All essays must be submitted online.
Essays must be submitted as either Microsoft Word (.doc) file or Adobe Reader (.pdf) file.
Essay entries will be accepted starting September 15, 2010 and must be received by Monday, January 31st 2011.
Essay submissions will be judged on:
• Content
• Grammar
• Originality
• Style and vocabulary
The decision of the judges is final as relating to all contest matters.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
1st place : 4,500 USD + Trip to D.C.
2nd place : 2,500 USD + Trip to D.C.
3rd place : 1,000 USD + Trip to D.C.
4th - 20th place : 300 USD + Trip to D.C.
21st - 30th place : Trip to D.C.
All participants receive a Certificate of Participation.
Winners will be awarded in a ceremony that will take place in Washington, D.C. in March 2011:
During their 4-day trip to D.C., students will have the opportunity to meet U.S. Congress members, and visit think tank organizations and tourist attractions including museums.
Airfare, accommodations, meals, and transportation will be sponsored by the Gulen Institute.
Teachers of winning students will receive awards of appreciation and recognition. All participants will receive an Honorary Certificate.
HOW TO ADDRESS THE TOPIC
The use of military means as a solution to today’s international and national political issues: Diplomacy or war, democracy or military coup?
Good governance relies upon responsible civic participation, equality, and rule of law. It involves political leadership, bureaucracy, civil society, community leaders and others who play a role in or influence decision-making and the implementation of laws and policies within society. For those who hope to prevent military interventions that lead to the deaths of civilians and the destruction of their country’s political and economic foundation, what are the possible ways to reduce the risk of military interventions, such as military coups, to provide new generations a safer and more democratic world?
• Choose a case-study topic from a country that has experienced a military intervention in its recent history.
• What forms of military interventions happened and why? How did military interventions affect the population and civil institutions in the country?
• Based on your research provide recommendations for national leaders that would prevent conflict and enhance the democratization process in their countries
OBJECTIVES
The Gülen Institute encourages all high school students from the U.S. and abroad to participate in the Gülen Institute Youth Summit because it:
• Helps young minds define problems related to stable peace and social harmony, discuss them, and offer possible solutions from their own perspectives
• Contributes to achieving a positive impact on society by building social skills
• Helps students improve research and writing skills that are so essential prior to college years.
• Is a lifetime opportunity for students to exchange ideas with their peers both from national and global levels
CONTACT INFORMATION
Should you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us at:
The Gülen Institute
University of Houston - 4800 Calhoun Rd, Houston, TX, 77004 U.S.A.
Tel.: +1 (713) 743 8135 Fax: +1 (713) 974 4445
youthplatform@guleninstitute.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
More information here.
