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Application Deadline: 1 October 2024

About UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is dedicated to raising awareness and sparking new ideas to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our Tax for SDGs Initiative plays a key role in this mission by highlighting how effective taxation can fund sustainable development.

In line with this, we’re excited to launch an Undergraduate Essay Competition. This contest invites students to 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.

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.

The primary aim of the UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition is to engage young minds in critical conversations about global challenges, particularly those related to sustainable development and poverty eradication.

The competition seeks to involve young people in discussions about international development. By participating, undergraduates can contribute fresh ideas and perspectives on solving some of the world’s most pressing problems.

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Theme

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

Exploring the potential of Innovative Tax Policies and Strategies to drive sustainable development for progress towards closing the SDGs financing Gap in Nigeria.
Exploring linkages between inclusive and sustainable tax systems on environmental sustainability, digital economy and trade
Strengthening tax systems to combat Illicit Financial Flows in Nigeria for progress towards closing the SDGs financing Gap in Nigeria

Awards and Recognition

First Prize: NGN 1,000,000 and a certificate of recognition
Second Prize: NGN 750,000 and a certificate of recognition
Third Prize: NGN 500,000 and a certificate of recognition

There will be consolation prizes for other top entries.

Eligibility:

To participate in UNDP Undergraduate Essay Competition, You must meet the following:

Must be Undergraduate student in any field of study in a recognized university or college in the country
Students must submit a national identification, their university identification from their university.
Essay Length: Essays should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words
Language: Submissions should be in English
Essays must be typed, double-spaced, and submitted in PDF
Format: Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism will result in disqualification. Do not use AI
All entries must be submitted by 1 October 2024

Evaluation Criteria

Essays will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Relevance: Alignment with the theme and focus on the role of taxation in achieving the SDGs in Nigeria
Innovation: Originality of ideas and the practicality of proposed solutions
Analysis: Depth of research, critical thinking, and understanding of the theme
Clarity: Coherence, structure, and articulation of arguments
Impact: Potential of the essay’s recommendations to influence policy and practice such as influencing sustainable business practices in Nigeria
Accountability: Essay’s consideration of citizenry’s responsibility to tax systems and the relationship between active participation through tax to the social contract