CICA Essay Contest 2025

An international essay writing contest organized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Azerbaijan with support from the CICA Secretariat. The winners receive a fully funded trip to Baku, including an award ceremony and a sightseeing tour, with an emphasis on the theme of youth as catalysts for peace, cooperation, and sustainable development in the CICA region.

Fully funded trip to Baku with accommodation, travel, airport transfers, and a certificate.

Participants must be between 18 and 30 years old and be citizens of one of the listed eligible countries.

Submit the essay along with the completed registration form via email to azeyouth@mys.gov.az and youthcontest@scica.org.