eJammer Samaila Adamu asked us to post this information about an essay contest for young people:

The United Nations has designated 2001-2010 as the "International Decade for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence for the Children of the World." Not only should young people benefit from this global movement, but they should be empowered to play a leading role in the creation of a culture of peace. The theme of this year's International Essay Contest is "The role of media and information and communication technologies in building a peaceful world." Young people from around the world are invited to submit their creative ideas on this theme.

This theme was a central topic discussed at the UNESCO Euro-Mediterranean Youth Forum held in November 2006. Get full story visiting the website:

www.goipeace.or.jp

Samaila encourages the participation of young music writers to participate in the 2007 International Essay Contest For Young People.