Human Rights Essay Contest

Amnesty International Group 315
Human Rights Essay Contest 2009

Essay Topic:

As we celebrate the 200th birthday of Abraham Lincoln, the author of
the Emancipation Proclamation, discuss the nature and extent of
human trafficking today and how this form of modern day slavery
violates basic human rights.
Who can enter: All Minnesota students in grades 9-12
Prizes:
First Prize: $350 and commemorative plaque
Second Prize: $150 and commemorative certificate
Honorable Mentions: Commemorative certificate
Prizes will be presented at a special ceremony on May 21, 2009. In addition, award winners will be
publicized in the local media.

Rules:

— Entries are limited to three double-spaced typewritten pages, not counting bibliography.
— Each entry must include a cover sheet with the following information: Student’s name, grade, and
age, name of school, home address and telephone number. E-mail address is desired, but not
required.
— Essays will be judged on clarity, persuasiveness, and quality and completeness of information
(bibliography required).
— All submitted essays become the property of Amnesty International Group 315.

Deadline:

MAY 2, 2009

Entries should be E-mailed to ginbopp@comcast.net or mailed to
Virginia Bopp, AI Group 315
1309 Jersey Avenue, North
Golden Valley, MN 55427

For more information, contact Virginia Bopp, Essay Contest Coordinator @ (763) 546-1377.
Also please visit www.twincitiesamnesty.org and www.amnestyusa.org