Op-Ed Competition 2025
OPINION: Raise your voice.
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Who’s Eligible: Young Writers (13-19)Tooltip
Piece Length: 400-1000 words

Perhaps the most democratic form of journalism, the op-ed is founded on the idea that every person has a voice worthy of a public platform. That includes you, dear writers! This month, we challenge you to write an op-ed about something that you believe is not talked about enough. Whether you think we need to  better classify heatwaves, or you want people to talk more about your city’s dead Christmas tree: you can feel strongly about anything! Dig deep on something you care about (the American Dream? tipping etiquette?), and then speak it out.

 

**PRIZES** 

Cash: Winner will receive $100. Runner-Up and Best Peer Review will each receive $50. 

Republication: The Winner and Runner-Up will be republished in the student-run The Sunday Diplomat – a fantastic opportunity for our writers to gain wider recognition.

 

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Thanks to our Sponsor! We are immensely grateful to this month’s competition sponsor: National Student Leadership Conference! NSLC's mission is to empower and inspire the next generation of leaders by providing immersive summer programs to middle and high school students, so they may develop the skills, experience, and confidence they need to envision and pursue fulfilling academic and professional careers. Learn more about NSLC's opportunities here. 

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