Global Health Unfiltered is thrilled to announce our inaugural Op-Ed Competition come 2024. You are invited to write an op-ed (opinion piece) about a global health challenge that gets less attention than it deserves. Explain the importance of this issue and propose actionable solutions to address it.
The competition gives you a chance to:
- Make a difference: Your voice can raise awareness about a neglected global health issue and influence change.
- Develop your writing skills: Hone your ability to communicate complex information clearly and engagingly for a public audience.
- Win exciting prizes: The top three winners will receive cash prizes and the opportunity to have their op-eds published on the Global Health Unfiltered website and potentially other media outlets.
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Global Health Unfiltered Op-ed Competition
Aim and Benefits of Global Health Unfiltered Op-ed Competition
Prizes
- 1st Place: $300 cash prize and publication of your op-ed on the Global Health Unfiltered website and potential media partners.
- 2nd Place: $200 cash prize and publication of your op-ed on the Global Health Unfiltered website.
- 3rd Place: $100 cash prize and publication of your op-ed on the Global Health Unfiltered website.
- Notable mentions will also be published on the Global Health Unfiltered Website.
Global Health Unfiltered Op-ed Competition Courses
Requirements for Global Health Unfiltered Op-ed Competition Qualification
- Anyone can enter the competition;
- Students and young professionals from low— and middle-income countries are highly encouraged to submit;
- You don’t need any prior writing experience.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Global Health Unfiltered Op-ed Competition
Judging Criteria
- Relevance and importance of the chosen global health challenge.
- Clarity and accuracy of information presented.
- Originality and effectiveness of proposed solutions.
- Engaging writing style and clear communication.
Application Deadline
January 20, 2024How to Apply
Your op-ed should be approximately 800-1,000 words and engage a general audience.
Submissions can be in French or English
Op-eds must be submitted by email to [email protected].
The op-ed should be original and not previously published
Deadline for submissions: 20th January 2024 at 11:59 PM GMT
Please include your name, University, and email address in your submission.
For more details visit: Global Health Unfiltered website.
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