Project Background:The Association for Philippines-China Understanding presents the
Youth Essay
Writing Contest which aims to give recognition to deserving excellent young leaders
who have vision to elevate bilateral ties between Philippines and China through
expression of their knowledge and understanding in writing.
Theme: Role of Filipino
Youth in Promoting Philippines-China Understanding
Timeline:
Contest Timeline Submission: February 13- March 3, 2023 (12nn) ; Announcement of Winners: March 4,
2023
Eligibility:
1. Must be
Filipino Citizen from 18 years old to 35 years old, residing in the Philippines
2. Open to
all students and young professionals. Only one entry per person
3. Must
submit typed essay in form of PDF (1200-1500 words maximum)
4. Essays
must be typed in Arial font size 12 and paragraph spacing of 1.5
5. Essays
must be submitted in English. It must be original, relevant with adherence to
the topic, grammar and unpublished.
6. APCU Board
of Trustees, Officers and relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity or
affinity are not eligible to join the ESSAY WRITING CONTEST.
7. Preferably with valid passport.
Criteria
Originality - 25% Creativity - 15% Content
- 25% Grammar
- 10% Relevance
-25%
PRIZES
FOR THE ELEVEN (11) SELECTED WINNERS
1. Entourage to FPGMA (March 31 to April 4, 2023)
2. Round trip airticket from Manila to China, free
Accommodation, Food and stipend allowance
3. Publish work in APCU website and social media
platforms
Panel of Judges:
Mr.
Herman Tiu Laurel, Mr.
Wilson Lee Flores, Prof.
Anna Malindog-Uy, Mr.
Adolfo Quizon Paglinawan and LtCol Bernie G Miaque
To register, fill in the required information
and submit. For details, you may reach APCU at 09480079489. All
Essays must be emailed at apcu1974@gmail.com
/ apcusecretariat@apcu.org.ph
