You must be 16-25 to apply. This includes those aged 16 and those aged 25.
You must be resident in the UK to enter.
Only those from a state school background can apply. This criterion is included to ensure we are championing voices typically underrepresented in the media and achieving our aims as a charity. This means that you are either currently attending a state-funded school or have previously attended one.
£100 in book vouchers
a digital subscription to the Guardian for one year
your article published on The Guardian Foundation's website
a place on a Guardian Masterclass
a trophy presented at our annual event
The runner up will recieve a place on a Guardian Masterclass and a certificate presented at our annual event.
a £1,000 prize
their article published in the Guardian
one week's work experience at the Guardian
a trophy presented at our annual event
The runner up will recieve a £200 prize, a place on a Guardian masterclass and a certificate presented at our annual event
Visit the Guardian Bookshop and the Guardian Masterclasses websites to find out more about these prizes.
