International Women's Day Poetry Writing Competition

International Women's Day 2012

Every girl is a feminist. We all have that phase growing up when we can't stand the thought of injustice to women. Some of us- that is, the extreme ones- go to the extent of being rebels, shunning out everything society expects of women. Others are less radical and choose to just believe feminist ideas.

As International Women's Day draws closer, I invite all my readers to enter the 'International Women's Day Poetry Competition.' (Wow! I really made that sound like a big deal) It's a competition open to one and all and is an attempt to promote feminism. It is also my attempt to somehow be a part of Women's Day.

Topic: The Teenaged Feminist. You can write about how you found out about Women's Day, or about the things you did in the name of 'feminism' when you were a teen. Get creative, but remain true to the topic.

Last Date: 23rd March, 2012 (Midnight)

Rules:
1. The poem could be anything less than five hundred words long.
2. Multiple entries are allowed.
3. Participants must send their picture and mention any writing experience, future endeavours in writing and some general information about themselves. If you have a blog or book, mention the name/url.
4. All entries must be sent to shreyonti@gmail.com.
5. Follow me if you want to receive further notifications and don't forget top leave an email ID. In case someone is at the risk of getting disqualified, they will be informed.
6. You can use pictures, videos, songs et cetera but they will not be treated as a separate criteria for judgement.
7. Entries will be judged on originality and relevance. Deviating from the topic will result in disqualification.
8. Free verse is allowed. Poem must have a title.

The Prizes: None. Before you let that discourage you from participating, here's something to consider. You will receive a certificate to recognize your efforts. A group of intelligent readers will review your writing skills. Winners may also get reviewed on any novels or short stories they may have written (specially for my friends from YALITCHAT). You will be featured prominently on my blog with your details and photograph. And last but not the least, what did your parents teach you about the spirit of participation.

So start sending your entries and spread the word. And by the way, Happy Women's Day to all! It truly is a day to celebrate.