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THE GLOBAL YOUTH CHALLENGE 2021:World Peace

Message from the honoured judge

Message from the Chief executive

Message from the Chief executive

“Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called children of God.” This is a message for all of humanity and I am delighted to see the Global Youth Challenge taking World Peace as its theme for 2021. We look forward to learning from young people around the world what kind of education they see as a pathway to peace and what kind of leadership will make possible a  future that combines peace with equity and justice for our world. I will be honored to serve as one of the judges in this competition!


Ruth Hayhoe

 Professor, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto




Message from the Chief executive

Message from the Chief executive

Message from the Chief executive

The disaster brought on by COVID-19 to mankind is far from over, and people have fallen into worrying conflicts. "Empowered young men and women can play a critical role in preventing conflicts and ensuring sustainable peace". This is a saying from Antonio Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General. I am delighted to initiate the Global Youth Challenge 2021:World Peace, where we inspire youth around the world to reflect, think, and consider how to build a peaceful world. 

                                      

Paul Pu

Chief executive (CE)

The Global Youth Challenge



What is the GYC 2021: World Peace?

What is the GYC 2021: World Peace?

What is the GYC 2021: World Peace?

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Why GYC 2021: World Peace?

What is the GYC 2021: World Peace?

What is the GYC 2021: World Peace?

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PANEL OF JUDGES

Ruth Hayhoe

Ruth Hayhoe

Ruth Hayhoe

 Professor

Ontario Institute for Studies in Education

University of Toronto 

Yuxiang Wang

Ruth Hayhoe

Ruth Hayhoe

Professor

Queen's University

Kelly Schultz

Ruth Hayhoe

Kelly Schultz

Senior Development Officer

University of Waterloo


Colin Ryrie

George Vanderkuur

Kelly Schultz

Relationship Manager

Brock University

George Vanderkuur

George Vanderkuur

George Vanderkuur

Principal

Toronto Central Academy

Jocelyn Zhou

George Vanderkuur

George Vanderkuur

Student Representative 

Yale University

GreetingS

Logan Kanapathi

Logan Kanapathi

Logan Kanapathi

 I would like to thank all the members, sponsors and volunteers who took part in making this vision come alive. I look forward to closely watching the development of this wonderful organization and wish you the best of luck for many more years to come.


Kind regards,

Logan Kanapathi, 

MPP Markham-Thornhill 


Support Letter


Ali Ehsassi

Logan Kanapathi

Logan Kanapathi

 It is a great pleasure to extend my warm greetings to everyone taking part in the GYC 2021: World Peace, hosted by Global Youth Challenge.  I would like to take this opportunity to thank the organizer for your tireless work in organizing this endeavor. Your efforts will make such a difference in the lives of so many students. Not only will this event raise awareness on world peace, it also promotes exchanges of creative thoughts of youth around the world. There is no doubt this event will benefit and inspire countless youth for years to come.



Ali Ehsassi, 

 Member of Parliament, Willowdale 


Support Letter

Vincent Ke

Logan Kanapathi

Vincent Ke

 It is my honour and pleasure to support all those involved with Global Youth Challenge and the GYC 2021: World Peace annual contest. I wish the contest organizers, judges and participants’ the peace of hope, health and prosperity in 2021.



Vincent Ke, 

MPP Don Valley North 


Support Letter

REQUIREMENT & AWARD

Requirement

Requirement

Requirement

This Writing and Speaking Contest consists of a 300-500 word essay plus a one-minute video speech, or a visual artwork plus a one-minute video speech.


Each entry will examine a possible pathway to world peace through the lens of a subject like mathematics, art, history, business, and science.


For example, from a historical viewpoint, one could look at the characteristics of successful peace negotiations between former enemies. Or, a piece of artwork could illustrate an aspect of a peaceful world. Or, a business student might consider the way the world of business might affect peaceful relations between nations. And, not to be left out, science, mathematics, and engineering students are challenged to suggest how these disciplines may also have a role in creating a pathway to world peace.




Award

Requirement

Requirement

Chosen finalists will present their entry to a panel of judges for a chance to win:

  

       1st Place Winner (one): $500 CAD, Certificate of Distinction 

       2nd Place Winners (five): $200 CAD, Certificate of Distinction 

       3rd Place Winners (ten): $100 CAD, Certificate of Distinction 

       Top 25% students: Free Online Leadership Class 

    

The Top 25% of students will be eligible to win a $25,000 scholarship (provided by The Erindale Academy), which can be used over a 4-year period at The Erindale Academy. Transcripts must be submitted. Minimum GPA required.


Top 25% will also receive a Certificate of Distinction with their names posted on this website.


All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation




JUDGING CRITERIA

Originality

Communication

Communication

Are the ideas expressed by the 

student unique and original?

Communication

Communication

Communication

How interesting, clear and captivating is the presentation?

Accuracy

Communication

Presentation

Are the facts presented based on dependable sources of information?

Presentation

Presentation

Presentation

Is there something about the presentation that makes it stand out?

Speaking

Presentation

Plagiarism

Vocabulary level, clarity, how well it supports the essay or art piece.

Plagiarism

Presentation

Plagiarism

Rules regarding plagiarism will be strictly enforced.

Registration and Submission SCHEDULE

01/25/2021

Registration Deadline

12 am, Toronto Time

Event Details

01/25/2021

Registration Deadline

Register Now

12 am, Toronto Time

01/31/2021

Submission Deadline

12 am, Toronto Time

Event Details

01/31/2021

Submission Deadline

Submission of essay/artwork and video by email to submit2021@theglobalyouth.org

12 am, Toronto Time

01/31/2021

Volunteer Registration Deadline

12 am, Toronto Time

01/31/2021

Volunteer Registration Deadline

12 am, Toronto Time

02/16/2021

Finalist Presentations

9 am

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11 am

Toronto Time. Webinar

Event Details

02/16/2021

Finalist Presentations

Live stream on YouTube and bilibili. Winners will be announced live.

9 am

-

11 am

Toronto Time. Webinar

02/28/2021

The Top 25% of Winners Announcement

Online

Event Details

02/28/2021

The Top 25% of Winners Announcement

The top 25% of the winners will be announced online. Certificates are to be sent through email.

Online

Training SCHEDULE

12/10/2020-01/31/2021

General Information Session

8:00 am - 9:00 am EST

Event Details

12/10/2020-01/31/2021

General Information Session

Every Thursday, Excluding Christmas Eve and New Year Eve

Zoom: https://edu4u.zoom.us/j/6787851251 

8:00 am - 9:00 am EST

12/11/2020-01/31/2021

GYC Leadership Roundtable

Event Details

12/11/2020-01/31/2021

GYC Leadership Roundtable

Session #1: Every Wednesday, 8:00 am - 9:00 am EST 

Session #2: Every Saturday, 9:00 am - 10:30 am EST


2 weekly sessions, tips on Essay Writin...

Event Details

01/09/2021-01/31/2021

GYC Community Networking Forum

8:00 am - 9:00 am EST

Event Details

01/09/2021-01/31/2021

GYC Community Networking Forum

Every Monday. Do not miss the amazing opportunity to meet, share and develop your soft skills.

Zoom: https://edu4u.zoom.us/j/6787851251

8:00 am - 9:00 am EST

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