WRI GreenHubAfrica Youth Environment and Climate Leadership Essay Competition 2025 (Win $300 prize)

Join the Youth Environment and Climate Leadership Essay Competition and make your voice heard on one of the most pressing issues of our time—climate change! This competition offers young Nigerians the chance to explore critical environmental challenges, propose innovative solutions, and contribute to building a sustainable future. Whether you’re passionate about climate action, sustainability, or environmental policy, this is your opportunity to inspire change and be a leader in shaping a greener Nigeria. Don’t miss this chance to share your ideas and make a real impact!

The Essay Competition is designed to engage young Nigerians in discussions about Nigeria’s climate commitments under the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and Long-term Low Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS). This competition offers a platform for young voices to showcase their understanding of climate issues, foster awareness, and propose innovative, actionable solutions.

Benefits of Climate Leadership

• 1st Place Winners – $300 USD (in Naira) per Geopolitical Zone
• 2nd Place Winners – $150 USD (in Naira) per Geopolitical Zone

Winners will also receive:

• A certificate of recognition.
• Feature on GreenHubAfrica’s platforms.
• Network Opportunities on the WRI GreenHubAfrica YECLProgram Platform.

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Eligibility for Climate Leadership

• Open to young Nigerians aged 18 to 35 from all six geo-political zones.
• No prior experience in climate science is required—just a passion for sustainability!

Judging Criteria

The expert jury will assess essays based on:

• Originality & Creativity – Unique perspectives and solutions. No AI-generated content allowed!
• Clarity & Structure – Well-organized and engaging content.
• Relevance to Climate Goals – Alignment with Nigeria’s climate policies.
• Feasibility & Impact – Practicality and real-world impact of proposed ideas.

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Application

Ready to make an impact? Start your submission now and be a voice for climate action! Submission Deadline: on or before 28 February, 2025 at 11:59 PM WAT.

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