Writing contest open to journalism students

Journalism students can enter an essay contest

The International Committee of the Red Cross seeks entries for its writing competition on international humanitarian law, specifically on the explosive remnants of war (EWRs).

EWR is a term used in the humanitarian aid and sustainable development domain to describe the explosive i.e. threats remaining in post-conflict society. It comprises artillery shells, grenades, motor bombs, cluster munitions, rockets and missile.

The top three essay writers will receive INR25,000 (US$480), INR15,000 (US$288) and INR10,000 (US$192).

There is no entry fee. The last day for submissions is June 15.

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