Tuesday, May 8th, 2007
Atlas's 2007 Ibn-Khaldoun Essay Contest
Atlas Announces Its 2007 Ibn-Khaldoun Essay Contest
Theme: “Economics and Freedom in Islamic Societies”
Background:
The Atlas Economic Research Foundation announces the second annual essay contest about freedom in the Islamic Societies. This year’s theme addresses the relationship between free-market economic policies and freedom in the Islamic societies. The contest is named after Ibn-Khaldoun to honor the scholarly work of this prominent Islamic historian, economist, and sociologist of the 14th century. His writings continue to inspire free-market scholars to this day, promoting the necessity of responsible government to promote economic prosperity and civilized nations. The Atlas Economic Research Foundation was founded in 1981 by the late Sir Antony Fisher. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia (USA), it is a non-profit organization that advances freedom around the world by helping develop and strengthen a network of market-oriented think tanks.
About the Contest:
The 2007 Ibn-Khaldoun Essay Contest invites young people to write essays that reflect their views about the relationship between economics and freedom within the Islamic context. Students are invited to write about historical or modern-day economic policy or policies in enhancing or diminishing freedom and prosperity in their country or region. They may propose policy recommendations, emphasizing the principles of property rights, free trade, globalization, etc. within the context of Islamic economic thinking.
We encourage you to be critical and support your arguments with evidence or analysis. Your conclusions should lead to practical policy prescriptions.
Awards:- 1st Prize Winner: $2,000
- 2nd Prize Winner: $1,000
- 3rd Prize Winner: $500
- Two Honorable Mentions: $250 (each)
The winning essays will be posted on our website www.atlasusa.org and on Azad - Atlas’s newsletter about freedom in the Middle East. Winners will be given priority to attend our regional leadership workshops in different parts of the Middle East, potentially in Egypt, Jordan, Yemen, and Morocco.
Submission Guidelines:
Entries should be no fewer than 800 words and no more than 1,400 words, typewritten, double-spaced, and footnoted. Submissions may be written either in English or Arabic.
Who may join:
The contest is open to university students, undergraduate and graduate levels, who are or below 30 years of age. Each contestant is required also to send a brief curriculum vitae, summarizing his or her academic and, if it applies, work history. All qualified individuals will be considered for the contest, regardless of race, sex, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, or religious affiliation.
Deadline:
All submissions must be received on or before November 15th, 2007.
Judging Process:
Entries will be judged by a select group on the following criteria: clarity and conciseness, coherence and logic, persuasiveness, and ability to offer practical recommendations or solutions.
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