ICT IN EDUCATION

Call for Entries: Esssays about the role of ICT in building a peaceful world

UNESCO and the Goi Peace Foundation are inviting young people from around the world to enter the International Essay Contest for Young People. Open to everyone under 26 years of age, this year's theme is “The role of media and information and communication technologies in building a peaceful world”.

This year’s theme recognizes the influence that television, radio, Internet and other forms of media have in shaping our lives and society. Essays should address questions such as: What should be the role of the media and communication technologies in the future? How would you make use of these various tools of communication to help create a better world?

The deadline for entries is 30 June 2007.