37th International Letter Writing Contest launched

The Philippine Postal Corporation and the Universal Postal Union based in Berne, Switzerland recently launched the 37th International Letter Writing Competition based on the belief that letter writing is one of the indispensable tool in developing love, friendship and strong family ties.

The competition, which is centered on the theme “Write a letter to someone to tell him/her why the world needs tolerance”, is open to students and out-of-school-youths for them to assist in the promotion of better understanding around the world through the post office.

Likewise, it was learned through PhilPost announcements that the competition aims to “create a world in which all people shall live in harmony, a noble goal wherein each and everyone can aspire.”

Further, the contest aims to spread awareness on the significant role PhilPost plays in our society and to foster affection for writing letters in spite of the existence of the more modern communication facilities such as mobile phones and the Internet. 

Relative to the contest, it was bared that automatically, the first prize winning entry on the national level will qualify for the UPU international letter writing competition to be held in Switzerland. Hence, PhilPost regional information officer Josephine Layco invites students and OSYs who are 15 years and below to take part in this letter writing tilt.

Aspirants to said contest should be citizens of the Philippines. Their composition must be recent, original, written in English, between 500 to 1,000 words in length, and may be handwritten or typewritten. On a separate sheet, the participant must indicate the total number of words of the letter composition, complete name and address, gender, age and date of birth, 2x2 colored ID picture, name of school and address, grade level, and contact numbers.

The first prize winner will receive P15,000; P10,000 for second prize; and P5,000 for third prize, plus other recognitions.

Deadline for submission of entries is on April 10. Entries should be sent via postal mail only. For further details, one may call or visit PhilPost-7 in Mandaue City.  — Jasmin R. Uy/MEEV