Young people from around the world are again invited this year to enter the 2009 International Essay Contest organized by the Goi Peace Foundation and UNESCO.

The theme for this year's contest is "The role of science in building a better world". Scientific progress has brought many benefits to humanity, while some applications of science      have had adverse impacts. What kind of science and technology do you think is needed for realizing a more equitable, prosperous and sustainable world for all?
Please express your vision for the future of science, including examples of studies or researches you wish to engage in.

The deadline for entry is June 30, 2009.

First prize winners will receive a cash award and a trip to Japan.

Please see the complete guidelines on website.

You can also find on the website above the 2009 Essay Contest flyer (PDF) in English, French, Spanish, German and Japanese.

The 2009 International Essay Contest anouncement is also prominently highlighted on UNESCO website.

To read winning essays from last year's contest, please kindly visit the website.

Please kindly disseminate the information about the Essay Contest to young people within your network and display the 2009 Essay Contest on your website(s) and publish it in your information material.