The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is dedicated to raising awareness and sparking new ideas to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Tax for SDGs Initiative plays a key role in this mission by highlighting how effective taxation can fund sustainable development.
In line with this, UNDP Nigeria is 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.
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.
Eligibility
The competition is open to all undergraduate Nigerian students in any discipline, currently enrolled in a recognized university or college in the country.
Participating students must submit a national identification, their university identification from their university.
Submission Guidelines
Essay Length: Essays should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words.
Language: Submissions should be in English.
Format: Essays must be typed, double-spaced, and submitted in PDF.
Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism will result in disqualification. Do not use AI.
Deadline: All entries must be submitted by 1 October 2024.
Submission: Essays should be submitted electronically via https://tinyurl.com/Tax4SDGs.
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.
Launch Date: 28 August 2024
Submission Deadline: 1 October 2024
Winners Announcement: 29 October 2024
There will be consolation prizes for other top entries.
Timeline:
Submission Deadline: 1 October 2024
Winners Announcement: 29 October 2024
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