Win N1 Million In The UNDP Undergraduate Essay Writing Competition

The UNDP has launched an Undergraduate Essay Competition and are calling on all Nigeria Undergraduate students to participate and share their thoughts and propose solutions on how tax policies can drive progress toward the SDGs in Nigeria. Top essays will be adapted into policy briefs and winning prize of N1M, N700k and N500k respectively.

UNDP Essay Objective:

The main objective of the competition is to engage undergraduate students in a meaningful discourse on the intersection of taxation, trade and sustainable development. By participating, the students will enhance their understanding of public finance and its impact on social, economic, and environmental dimensions of sustainable development.

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Essay Theme:

Participants are encouraged to write on one of the following thematic areas:

a. Exploring the potential of Innovative Tax Policies and Strategies to drive sustainable development for progress towards closing the SDGs financing Gap in Nigeria.

b. Exploring linkages between inclusive and sustainable tax systems on environmental sustainability, digital economy and trade.

c. Strengthening tax systems to combat Illicit Financial Flows in Nigeria for progress towards closing the SDGs financing Gap in Nigeria.

Eligibility:

i. The competition is open to all undergraduate Nigerian students in any discipline, currently enrolled in a recognized university or college in the country.

ii. Participating students must submit a national identification, their university identification from their university.

Submission Guidelines:

1. Essay Length: Essays should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words.

2. Language: Submissions should be in English.

3. Format: Essays must be typed, double-spaced, and submitted in PDF.

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4. Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism will result in disqualification. Do not use Al.

5. Deadline: All entries must be submitted by 1 October 2024.

6. Submission: Essays should be submitted electronically via https://tinyurl.com/Tax4SDGs

Awards and Recognition:

a. First Prize: NGN 1,000,000 and a certificate of recognition.

b. Second Prize: NGN 750,000 and a certificate of recognition.

c. Third Prize: NGN 500,000 and a certificate of recognition.

For further information, go to the UNDP Essay page at https://bit.ly/3XhCBgf