Human Rights Essay Contest 2025
Human Rights Essay Contest 2025
The Human Rights Essay Contest, organized by ISHR (Institute for the Study of Human Rights) at Columbia University, seeks to celebrate and recognize outstanding academic papers on human rights topics. The competition invites students to explore critical issues, offer theoretical insights, or conduct research that contributes to the field of human rights.
Winners and select participants will have the opportunity to present their work at ISHR's annual Research Poster Session. In addition, students can apply to join the Student Review Committee, which evaluates submissions and nominates finalists for the Faculty Review Committee, responsible for selecting the winners.
Eligibility Criteria
  • This is open to students enrolled in a Columbia University academic program during the current academic year.
  • Papers can be interdisciplinary or from any discipline, provided they address issues related to human rights.
    Co-authorship:
  • All authors must be Columbia University students.
  • Co-authors must belong to the same academic category (either all graduate or all undergraduate students).
  • Prize money will be shared equally among co-authors.
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    Prizes
  • Graduate Students: Two prizes of $700 each.
  • Undergraduate Students: Two prizes of $500 each.
  • Contest Requirements
  • Submission Limits: Only one submission per student is allowed.
  • Word Count: Papers should be approximately 5,000 words (shorter submissions will also be considered).
    Anonymity:
  • Do not include your name in the document.
  • Submissions with visible author names will be disqualified.
  • File Format: Uploads must be in Word (.doc/.docx), PDF, or Rich Text (.rtf) formats.
  • Deadlines and Extensions: Submissions must be completed before the deadline. Late entries will not be accepted, and extensions will not be granted.
  • Formatting & Citations
  • Text Spacing: The body of the essay must be double-spaced.
  • Page Numbers: Ensure page numbers are included.
  • Citation Style: The choice of citation style (e.g., MLA, Chicago) is up to the author but must remain consistent throughout the essay.
  • How To Submit
    Abstract Requirement:
  • Include a 500-word abstract summarizing your work.
  • The abstract should briefly highlight the paper's purpose and significance.
  • Confirmation Email: A confirmation email will be sent after submission.
    Contact Information:
    For more details, visit the official notification or contact ISHR:
    Email ID: [email protected]
  • How To Apply
    Follow the below steps to apply for the program:
    1. Visit Our Official Website.
    2. Read carefully all the information about the program details.
    3. Click on the "Register" to complete the registration with required details.
    4. After successful registration, Use the received credentials to log into your account.
    5. Once logged in, Click on the "Apply" button.
    6. You will be directed to the application form. Fill in all the required details accurately.
    7. Before submitting, review all the information you have provided.
    8. After that, Click on the "Submit” button to submit your application.
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    Human Rights Essay Contest 2025
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    22 January
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    Bachelors
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    The Human Rights Essay Contest, organized by ISHR (Institute for the Study of Human Rights) at Columbia University, seeks to celebrate and recognize outstanding academic papers on human rights topics. The competition invites students to explore critical issues, offer theoretical insights, or conduct research that contributes to the field of human rights.
    Winners and select participants will have the opportunity to present their work at ISHR's annual Research Poster Session. In addition, students can apply to join the Student Review Committee, which evaluates submissions and nominates finalists for the Faculty Review Committee, responsible for selecting the winners.