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Poetry Competition 2026
The Root Aid Foundation is proud to announce the Poetry Competition 2026, themed "The Power of One Skill." We are looking for African voices to explore how a single skill whether it's pottery, photography, or trade can transform a life from poverty into purpose.
Share your story of struggle, growth, and transformation for a chance to win the $100 grand prize.
Theme: The Power of One Skill
Prize: $100
Open to: All Africans
Format: Written or Performance (English)
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21st February, 2026
Volunteer with Us
Eligibility
Must be a resident or citizen from an African country.
Roles
Community Outreach: Engage with the community and spread awareness about our programs.
Event Planning: Help organize and execute events and fundraisers.
Creative Roles: Contribute your skills in design, social media, and content creation.
Benefits
As a volunteer:
You sharpen your skills in different roles assigned to you.
You get a reference letter for working with us.
You get stipend and/or branded gifts for helping out in major activities.
You benefit from travelling to different locations.
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16th July, 2022
Poetry Competition
Eligibility
Must be an African citizen.
Guidelines
Write a poetry to depict your understanding of the image shown.
Kindly include your First and Last name, City and Country.
Submission
All submission should be made to info@rootaidfoundation.org
Entries close on 20th August, 2022.