10th UCLG ASPAC Congress – UCLG ASPAC International Essay Competition for Youth and Journalists

The International Essay Competition for Youth and Journalists, also part of the 10th UCLG ASPAC Congress, seeks to encourage the exploration of self-reliant and self-sufficient communities through written perspectives. Open to both youth (up to 25 years old) and accredited journalists from all nationalities, participants are invited to write essays, maximum 1000 words, under the overarching theme of “Sustainable Global Self-sufficient Cities and Regions for the Future,” elaborating on one of five sub-topics to foster knowledge exchange and inspire future urban solutions