A Voice for Animals Contest

Scholarship Description

Participants must currently be enrolled in middle or high school, or be home-schooled, and less than 19 years of age on March 1 (the date the contest opened for entries). No exceptions!

The contest is open to all otherwise eligible students worldwide regardless of nationality, citizenship, or country of residence.

You are strongly advised to read all the rules and advice for participants!

For 2025, there is a special topic category, “Protecting Marine Life from Human Impact”, which may be applied across all eligible age groups and submission types. This is option is in addition to the standard categories: Companion Animals, Farm Animals, Wildlife on Land, Wildlife in the Oceans. See below for details on this topic.

Many marine species face threats due to human activities such as pollution, overfishing, gear entanglement, ship strikes, and habitat destruction. Think about a marine species that is affected by these challenges—either one in your area or one that interests you.

The following questions may be helpful to consider as you work on your submission:

What human activities pose a threat to this species?
Are there existing laws or regulations to protect them? Have any new policies been proposed?
Are there any technological advancements that could help reduce harm to this species?
What solutions been attempted? Were they successful?
Have past protections been weakened or removed? What impact does this have?
If no action is taken, what could happen to the species in the future?
How can people (including students like you) contribute to solutions and advocate for change?
Your essay can focus on policy solutions, scientific advancements, or a combination of both. Be sure to support your ideas with research and examples!

Remember to review all the rules for your chosen entry type (essay, photo essay, or video) and ensure your work meets the requirements prior to submission.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must currently be in high school

Application Requirements

• Application form required
• Essay required
• Recommendations or references required

How To Apply