Anti-Racism Student Challenge call for entries

March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. To mark the occasion, Multicultural Education Program of the P.E.I. Association for Newcomers to Canada is holding its 5th annual Anti-Racism Challenge, a creative competition for Island students.

The purpose of the challenge is to engage youth in grades 7 to 12 in a creative process to express their ideas on the topic of anti-racism.

Youth are encouraged to explore the meaning of antiracism (not anti-bullying or anti-violence) prior to developing their submission.

Entries are accepted in the

following categories: Written text Poster Video Prizes

First prize: $200 for the winner, plus $200 for his or her school or youth group/organization Second Prize : $100 Third Prize : $50

Prizes will be awarded in each of the three categories. Full details, entry forms, and submission guidelines can be found at peianc.com

Entries must be submitted by Feb. 28 at 4:30 pm.

For more information, contact Lisa Dollar at 902-628-6009 or email lisad@peianc.com.