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Applications are Now Open for the NCD Prevention Contest 2024 for Nigerian Secondary School Students with Up to N100,000 prize
The initiative is calling on students in Nigerian secondary schools to share their innovative and practical ideas for preventing non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in their communities.
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Nigeria is grappling with a growing burden of major NCDs, including cardiovascular diseases, cancers, respiratory diseases, and diabetes.
Behavioral risk factors such as physical inactivity, excessive alcohol intake, unhealthy diet, air pollution, and tobacco use contribute significantly to these NCDs, often starting in adolescence. Thus, there is a pressing need to raise awareness and sensitize youths on strategies for preventing NCDs.
Interested adolescents are encouraged to submit their ideas on the topic: “Burden of NCD in Nigeria: My role as an NCD Prevention Champion.” Submissions should focus on addressing any or all of the five behavioral risk factors contributing to major NCDs within their community.
Prizes
1st Prize: N100,000
2nd Prize: N70,000
3rd Prize: N50,000
Several consolation prizes are available
Eligibility
Open to students in Nigerian secondary schools
Participants can submit ideas through various mediums such as essay writing, spoken word, drama video, art & painting, storytelling, etc.
Guidelines
For essay submissions, the content should not exceed 1,500 words, using Times New Roman font and 12pt body size.
Video submissions should not exceed 120 seconds.
This initiative aims to empower young Nigerians to take an active role in combating NCDs and promoting healthier lifestyles in their communities.
Deadline: June 6, 2024
