Released on = November 4, 2006, 2:27 pm

Press Release Author = BLACK INTELLECTS' FOUNDATION

Industry = Non Profit

Press Release Summary = The Black Intellects' International is sponsoring an essay
contest for all students worldwide. Over $2000 will be awarded to the best essay
authors.


Press Release Body = BLACK INTELLECTS' FOUNDATION LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE WITH OVER
$2000 ESSAY CONTESTS.
The Black Intellects' International is sponsoring an essay contest for all students
worldwide. Over $2000 will be awarded to the best essay authors.

BACKGROUND
Conflict whether neighborhood crime and violence, civil war or war between two
countries is often both a cause and a consequence of poverty. Research shows that
the combination of poverty, economic decline and dependence on exporting natural
resources drives conflict across all regions. Many of the poorest countries are
locked in a vicious circle in which poverty causes conflict and conflict causes
poverty.

QUESTION
What is the relationship between conflict and poverty? Explain why introducing
conflict resolution practices into poverty-alleviation programs are important.
Discuss the institutional dimensions of development and conflict which are seen as
paramount, as ignoring them may lead to a vicious circle, a sort of \"catch-22\" from
which developing countries have no escape.

ELIGIBILITY
Must be a STUDENT to apply AND must be enrolled in a school as of the contest
deadline of April 1, 2007. Age is not a requirement but this is open to all
scholars. You should also register online as a Black Intellects\' Member
(registration is free and easy)

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Essays must be in English and not less than 10,000 characters (approximately 1,500
words in length). You may submit only ONE essay. All entries must be received by
April 1, 2007.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
$1,000 will be awarded to the author of the best essay. Three runners-up will each
receive $400 EACH. Winners of the essay will be also given free Sony PSP,
Autographed books, Customized Nike sneakers and many more. The winners will be
notified in June 2007. All four winners, accompanied by their well-wishers, will
attend an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. in July 2007. The winning essay will
be published on our website and magazine. Send entries to The Black Intellects'
Foundation, P.O. Box 14041 READING, PA 19612. Include your name, age, address,
telephone number, grade level, and school's name.
ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
Black Intellects International is a non-profit organization established to restore
love and tranquility in the entire Black race (also in the world). To receive
information about the essay contest and the organization, please visit
http://www.blackintellects.net.


Web Site = http://www.blackintellects.net

Contact Details = Walter Foster: (215)-510-4458
Adenike Akins: (215)-519-8406
P.O. Box 14041 READING, PA 19612