Youth Rising 2023 World Health Day Youth Essay Challenge!

Challenge Question

On 7 April 2023  ̶  World Health Day  ̶  the World Health Organization will observe its 75^th anniversary.

In 1948, countries of the world came together and founded WHO to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable – so everyone, everywhere can attain the highest level of health and well-being.

WHO’s 75th anniversary year is an opportunity to look back at public health successes that have improved quality of life during the last seven decades. It is also an opportunity to motivate action to tackle the health challenges of today  ̶  and tomorrow.

Join WHO on a journey to achieve Health For All.

#HealthForAll   #WHO75

It has been 75 years since the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO). As a young person, what challenges do you see in the health sector in Uganda today and how can the WHO support the efforts to improve healthcare for all in Uganda?

Developing Your Essay

We recommend that you take your time to develop your submission in Ms. Word before you paste it into the application form. Develop your essay as a one-page, not more than 500 words, Times New Roman, Size 12, single-spaced, and Justified. After you have completed your essay, you will be able to copy it and paste it into the PDF application form that you can download here: download form here

Challenge No.

1923

Opening Date:

3rd March 2023

Closing Date: 

2nd April 2023

No. of Entries: 

200
We will accept and review up to 200 entries on a first come first serve basis.

Winner Announcement Date

7th April 2023 (UN World Health Day)
The winning essays are published on our website and social media sites. Winners are contacted by email and phone.