Our Commonwealth
In 2022, on the occasion of her Platinum Jubilee year, Her Majesty The Queen will
celebrate 70 years as Head of the Commonwealth.
The Queen’s seven decades of service to the Commonwealth are an inspiring example
of the steadfast commitment and important contribution we can all make to our
societies.
The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2022 will ask entrants to explore the
positive impact that can be achieved through dedication and selfless commitment to
our Commonwealth.
TOP PRIZE AWARDS
The top two winners from each All successful entries will receive
category will be awarded with a trip a Certificate of Participation and
to London for a week of educational a number of entrants will receive
and cultural events, culminating in a Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards for
special Awards Ceremony at a royal excellence in writing.
palace.
The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay
Competition is supported by the
Lagos State Government.
The Commonwealth is a
voluntary network of 54
countries, based on a shared
English language and the
key values of democracy,
equality, tolerance, human
rights and the rule of law.
ABOUT THE COMPETITION SENIOR CATEGORY
The Queen’s Commonwealth BORN BETWEEN 1 JULY 2003 AND 30 JUNE 2008 (14-18 YEARS OF AGE)
Essay Competition is the 1. Imagine you are a Head of Government delivering a speech to your
wold’s oldest international counterparts at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
(CHOGM) in Rwanda. Write a speech that highlights what you believe
writing competition for should be a priority for collective action within the Commonwealth.
schools, established in 1883. 2. Committed
to the Commonwealth.
With thousands of young 3. Her Majesty The Queen was born in the twentieth century, a period
people taking part every that saw enormous social change driven by visionary and committed
leaders. Reflect on an inspirational leader from this period.
year, it is an important way
4. “Whilst experiences of the last year have been different across
to recognise achievement, the Commonwealth, stirring examples of courage, commitment
elevate youth voices and and selfless dedication to duty have been demonstrated in every
Commonwealth nation and territory, notably by those working
develop key skills through on the frontline who have been delivering healthcare and other
creative writing. public services in their communities.” – Her Majesty The Queen,
Commonwealth Day Message 2021. Imagine you are working on the
frontline. Write about your experience, explaining why you serve your
HOW TO ENTER community and why your service matters.
The Queen’s Commonwealth
Essay Competition is open for JUNIOR CATEGORY
entries between 15 March BORN ON OR AFTER 1 JULY 2008 (UNDER 14 YEARS OF AGE)
and 30 June 2022. For
more information on how to 1. Imagine you are a grandparent in 2022. Tell your grandchildren a
bedtime story about an inspirational person.
enter the competition please
2. What are the best ways for young people to serve the Commonwealth
visit, www.royalcwsociety.org in your view?
3. Our Commonwealth community.
Follow @RoyalCWSociety 4. Write a job description for a superhero needed to solve a problem in
on Facebook, Twitter and your community.
Instagram for writing tips!
Email competitions@
royalcwsociety.org with any
questions.
The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay
Competition is supported by the
Lagos State Government.