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The theme for the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), which will take place in Samoa in October 2024, is \u2018One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Common Wealth\u2019.\u202f\u202f\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nearly half of Commonwealth countries are Small Island Developing States like Samoa that are disproportionately affected by climate change. Communities across the Commonwealth are also facing a range of challenges, including economic growth, peace and security. Creating strong and resilient societies is now more important than ever.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Queen\u2019s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024 asks entrants to consider how they deal with adversity, and how community and culture can be used to encourage resilience and hope in a world with a growing number of global issues.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u200bThe Queen\u2019s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024 is now open for entries until 15 May 2024.<\/strong>\u00a0Please use the widget below or\u00a0this link to submit your entries.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u200bSENIOR CATEGORY\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Born between 16 May 2005 and 15 May 2010 (14-18 years of age)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. “It\u2019s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.”\u2013 Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. What small steps can you take to help tackle the climate crisis?\u202f\u202f <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Write a speech highlighting what you think is the most challenging issue facing the world today, and how Commonwealth values can be used to solve it.      <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. At the heart of Samoan way of life is \u2018aiga\u2019, meaning \u2018family\u2019 values including selflessness, hospitality, co-operation, respect and dignity. What core values and ideas from your culture can be used to enhance co-operation and community in the Commonwealth?\u202f <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. The Commonwealth\u2019s London Declaration aimed to strive for peace, liberty and progress. Write a letter to your President or Prime Minister about how to achieve those aims. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    \u200bJUNIOR CATEGORY\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    (Born on or after 16 May 2010 (under 14 years of age)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. What new habit could you adopt to positively contribute towards a greener Commonwealth?\u202f\u202f <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Write a dialogue between yourself and a grandparent about resilience and hope. What can you share with the older generation, and what can you learn from them?\u202f <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. You are taking part in a beach clean-up and discover that you can speak to sea creatures. What are they saying, and how do you respond?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. You\u2019re on a school exchange in a Commonwealth country different to your own. How do you make friends with people your age? (Consider similarities and differences in culture that may unite you).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      <\/a>Download the QCEC 2024 Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The Queen\u2019s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024 is now open for entries until 15 May 2024.<\/strong> Please use the widget below or this link to submit your entries. <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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