Can I apply again if I applied last year

Yes!

Is there one prize for each language?

No, the prizes will be awarded per category (Schools, University) with a total prize money of $1500 between both categories.

I have submitted an application by mistake, can I withdraw it?

Please email us on values@rakiza.org with details of what you have submitted and we will try our best to cancel your application so that you can apply again before 30 April 2021

Do I need to pay anything if I apply to the Value and Values Award?

No. Participation in the Value and Values Award is free of charge.

Can I submit one essay in English and one in Arabic?

No. you can only submit ONE essay in the language of your choice.

Do I need the approval of my school/university teacher to apply?

No. The Value and Values Award is run independently from specific schools and universities.

I have submitted an essay that contains more than 800 words. Will the judges read the first 800 words?

No. if your essay counts more than 800 words it will automatically be disqualified.

Will the prize money be in Dollars or Lollars?

The cash prize will be in cash US Dollars.

If I am not selected among the winners, will I receive a notification saying I was not selected?

Everyone who applied will receive an email that announces the list of winners.

Do I have to prove my age?

If you are selected among the winners, you will have to submit official documents (ID, passport, etc.) showing your age.

Do I have to write an argumentative essay?

No, you can write any type of text you want

Can I add pictures and graphs?

Yes, you can!