12 March 2024
Students are the generation of the future and with this contest, we want to inspire them to explore the long-lasting relationship between Japan and the Netherlands
This essay contest is organised in an effort to strengthen this relationship. The theme of this year's competition is 'Sustainable Mental Health and Wellbeing: Exploring Dutch-Japanese Solutions for Designing a Future Society'. The student that wins the 1st prize, will win a trip to Japan!
Practicalities
- Essays may be submitted by Bachelor’s and Master’s students
- Only one entry per individual will be accepted
- Deadline for submitting the essay is 31 July 2024
- Essays must be written in English with a length between 500 and 1,000 words
- Detailed guidelines and FAQ can be found here
- The results will be announced at the award ceremony taking place on 27 November at VU Amsterdam. If you cannot attend the ceremony, you will be informed of the results shortly afterwards
Awards
1st Prize: Trip to Japan
2nd Prize: Yamazato Dinner Voucher for 2p
3rd Prize: TIME & STYLE Gift Set (worth €150)
Application
If you are interested to participate, please fill in the registration form. You will then receive a confirmation by email with detailed instructions for submitting your essay.
