Speaking 4 the Planet 2024: youth voices resonate for wildlife conservation in Vietnam

In a bid to spotlight grassroots initiatives addressing environmental challenges, Speaking 4 the Planet (S4P) 2024 is poised to unfold on January 21 and 22 at Vietnam’s Cat Tien National Park. While the event caters to students from Đồng Nai, Bình Phước, and Lâm Đồng provinces, its impact reverberates globally, highlighting the urgency of wildlife conservation. The theme, “Speaking for those unable to Speak,” guides participants as they delve into sub-topics like illegal wildlife trade and the symbiotic relationship between a green lifestyle and biodiversity.

Expressive narratives across categories
S4P’s four categories—Speech, Writing, Art, and Drama—serve as platforms for nuanced explorations of the chosen sub-topics. From persuasive speeches to catchy slogans and visually engaging artworks, each entry artfully intertwines the selected sub-topic with the broader theme. Drama, a dynamic category, unveils short performances shedding light on the intricacies of environmental challenges.

Recognition for creative advocacy
Judged by a discerning panel, entries are evaluated on creativity, relevance, and thematic alignment. The S4P competition, rooted in the belief that art and science complement each other in sustainability advocacy, offers prizes recognizing exceptional contributions. The winning team, crowned for their artistic and persuasive prowess, will receive 15,000,000 VND, with additional accolades for the second and third place. Individual achievements across categories will be celebrated with 1,500,000 VND each.

S4P: a blend of art, science, and global conversations
Beyond a conventional competition, Speaking 4 the Planet embodies an artistic journey into sustainability education. The fusion of science and the arts at S4P envisions science as the provider of essential data and the arts as transformative vehicles for societal change. As the 2024 competition unfolds, the Cat Tien National Park becomes a canvas for Vietnamese youth to articulate their perspectives on the planet’s health and their future. Speaking 4 the Planet 2024 transcends regional boundaries, fostering global conversations on the vital intersection of human actions, biodiversity, and environmental preservation.