RUZAIK FAROOK
COLOMBO – The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2021 was held recently. The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition is the world’s oldest international writing competition for schools, established in 1883. With thousands of young people taking part every year, it is an important way to recognize achievement, elevate youth voices and develop key skills through creative writing.
A number of Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards was given in both the Senior and Junior categories, rewarding excellence in writing. All successful participants received a Certificate.
The Commonwealth is a voluntary network of 54 countries, based on a shared English language
The winners of the competition of Harcourts International school students received Gold Award – Fathima Amaani Shafeek, Silver Awards – Aina Nisfan and Maimoona Fazlan, Bronze Awards – Aamina Nusrath Ahmad and Zaaraa Ahamad Zubair.
