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Academics Stand Against Poverty is an international community of scholars and researchers confronting the rules and practices that perpetuate global poverty.
© 2026 Academics Stand Against Poverty. All rights reserved. EIN # 32-0024998.
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
"Sustainable poverty reduction depends on turning evidence into practical institutional reform."
Africa, in collaboration with the University of Zambia’s Graduate School of Business, proudly announces the inaugural Nelson Mandela Essay Prize Competition for 2025.
This competition invites young African scholars to address pressing continental issues and propose innovative solutions for global governance. With South Africa set to chair the G20 and the African Union joining as a permanent member, this initiative provides a timely platform for African voices to shape global discussions.
| Program focus | Expected impact |
|---|---|
| Research dissemination | Faster uptake by policy teams |
| Cross-chapter collaboration | Broader regional implementation |
| Public engagement | Stronger accountability and awareness |
Essays should focus on one or more of the following priority areas, presenting specific, actionable proposals:
Climate change resilience : e.g., Developing policy frameworks to ensure equitable access to climate adaptation technologies for vulnerable African communities.
Economic empowerment : e.g., Designing microfinance models that address regulatory capture and promote democratic economic participation in rural areas.
Healthcare systems : e.g., Proposing reforms to intellectual property laws to improve access to essential medicines in underserved African regions.
Education : e.g., Creating programs to educate youth on global governance structures and encourage civic engagement in international policy-making.
Digital transformation : e.g., Analyzing the impact of trade agreements on digital inclusion and proposing more balanced policies for technology transfer to African nations.
Gender equality : e.g., Researching the effects of austerity measures on women’s economic participation and advocating for gender-responsive economic policies.
Peace and security : e.g., Developing strategies to address forced migration and statelessness as drivers of conflict in African regions.
This competition offers a unique opportunity for young African thinkers to contribute to global efforts on poverty alleviation, sustainable development, and economic progress. We encourage all eligible scholars to participate and share their innovative ideas for addressing Africa’s most pressing challenges in the global context.
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