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Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Poetry & Spoken Word Contest
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 6–12
Fee
Free
Duration
Contest period from September to June
About This Opportunity
The Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest is an international competition encouraging young people to engage with critical environmental issues through creative expression. This contest serves as a vital platform for students to deepen their understanding of climate change and its impact on oceans, promoting environmental advocacy and awareness globally.
This competition is open to students worldwide aged 11-18, including those enrolled in middle or high school or the homeschool equivalent. Participants can enter individually or as part of a group of any size. Students under 13 years old are required to have a parent or legal guardian complete a Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Parent/Guardian Consent Form with their submission.
Participants have the opportunity to win cash awards up to $1,000 USD, including $500 for specific categories. The contest is designed to help students develop essential skills in communication, critical thinking, creativity, and environmental advocacy. Winning entries are prominently featured in online galleries, publications, and social media campaigns, contributing to a global collection of youth environmental art.
Submissions are accepted in various categories, including Poetry & Spoken Word. Each submission must be accompanied by a written reflection detailing the creative process and insights gained. The contest strictly emphasizes original work, and any use of AI-generated content is considered plagiarism, leading to immediate disqualification.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 6–12
- Age Range
- 11 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Students aged 11-18, enrolled in middle or high school (or homeschool equivalent) worldwide, are eligible. Both individual and group entries are accepted. Participants under 13 years old must have parental consent. College or university students are not eligible.
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Benefits
- Opportunity to Win up to $1,000 USD, including $500 category awards.
- Receive a participation certificate to enhance resumes and portfolios
- Gain national and international recognition for creative work
- Develop critical skills in communication, creativity, and environmental advocacy
- Contribute to a global movement for ocean conservation and climate action
- Showcase artistic talents on a global platform
- Access to Bow Seat's Resource Studio for learning and inspiration
- Eligibility for special opportunities like the Future Blue Youth Council.
- Opportunity to win the Smithsonian Creativity in Resilience Award.
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Difficulty: Mixed Levels
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