On the occasion of 8 November, the Victory Day of Azerbaijan in II Karabakh War, ICYF-ERC announces an International Essay Competition. The essay competition is seeking to explore the reflection of the modern youth upon the recent restoration of Azerbaijan’s ancient lands of the Karabakh region and will be composed of factual events reflecting the history, culture, religious, ethnic as well as social conditions of the Karabakh region highlighting Shusha before Armenian occupation and its remaining after the liberation of the territory.
Our motive is to promote the noble feelings and thoughts of the youth about heroism, patriotism, and national unity. The essays can embrace the years of Armenian vast destruction of Azerbaijani heritage in the region. Finally, the fight for liberation, justice, and glorious victory of the Republic of Azerbaijan can be touched upon within the essay.
There are 3 topics to be selected for the essay:
- We are Back!
- 44 Days Struggle for Justice
- Shusha: a pearl of Islamic civilization
The contest is open to all youth aged between 16-36 from OIC countries.
Deadline for Submitting Essays is 31 October 2021 at 23:59 according to Baku Time (GMT +4).
Announcement of the Winners will be posted on ICYF-ERC Social Media pages on 8 November 2021, the Victory Day of Azerbaijan.