Last Updated on May 12, 2024, 4:04 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Basseterre: As the hunt for the perfect theme to commemorate the 41st Independence Anniversary of St. Kitts and Nevis has officially begun, the Minister of Public Infrastructure, Konris Maynard is calling out for the individuals to apply for the competition by May 24, 2024.
It is to be added that only the citizens and residents of St. Kitts and Nevis are eligible to apply for the theme competition. The Minister Maynard took to his official social media handle (Facebook) to share the details of the competition with the public.
“Submitting an entry is simple- participants can scan the official QR code on the flyer or visit the competition’s online portal at https://forms.gle/QJ4sC4udGAdKsyUz9,” added Minister of Public Infrastructure.
Following are some guidelines for the competition, which are mandatory for all the participant before applying:
- The participants competing in the contest must provide their name, address and contact number with each entry
- Entries should consist of a phrase, clause, or short sentence, no more than six to eight words long
- The theme should be concise, memorable and reflect the journey of St Kitts and Nevis over the past 41 years of independence. It should capture the essence of the country’s history, current realities and future aspirations that all citizens can strive for
Notably, the winner of the St. Kitts and Nevis 41st Independence Theme Competition will be rewarded with EC $1000 cash prize. Moreover, the he/she will be given an opportunity to appear and participate in the activities of specific Independence 41 of the country.
Additionally, the Organizing Committee of the competition asked the participants to submit the topics, which shouldn’t be longer than six to eight words. The topics must reflect the 41-years of journey of St. Kitts and Nevis, their collective identity and vision for the future.
As the nation moves towards becoming a sustainable island state, the Committee stressed upon the importance of involving the younger generation in this transformational journey.
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