The Zoryan Institute and editors of Genocide Studies International invite you to enter its 2027 Student Essay Contest.
Submission deadline: April 12, 2027
Eligibility: Students currently enrolled in Grades 9–12
Essay length: 750-1,000 words
Language: English
The Levonty Kazarian Award for Genocide Studies: $1,000 CAD
High school students are invited to submit an essay on a topic of their choice related to genocide and/or human rights. Given the vast amount of atrocities and human rights violations taking place today, drawing parallels to contemporary examples and emerging themes in the field is encouraged. Essays should present a clear argument and use existing research and academic resources to support the author’s ideas.
Entries will be assessed on the strength of the student’s argument, use of research and evidence, focus and detail, critical thinking, and quality of writing.
Essays will be reviewed by the editors of Genocide Studies International. The winning piece will be the recipient of the annual $1,000 CAD Levonty Kazarian Award for Genocide Studies and will be published in an upcoming general issue of Genocide Studies International.
To submit your essay, please complete the following Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehRMX35Lsi9KjsMcGSeysiuWzEFJOULHzYrqT0ulNcpSL70w/viewform
Please contact the Zoryan Institute with any questions regarding eligibility and the submission process:zoryan@zoryaninstitute.org.
