Do you like writing?
Do you like winning?
Do you like writing and winning?
If you answered "yes" to the previous questions, then there is a competition that you would love!
The American Psychological Association (or APA for short) has an organization called the APA Teachers of Psychology in Secondary Schools (or TOPSS for short). This organization is running its annual essay competition, and this year's topic is... racial bias.
Despite the reforms for change, we still live in a world with racial bias in various sections of society, especially in the criminal justice system. While racist behavior may be carried out consciously, psychologists now understand that it may also occur when we are unaware. Whether you mean it or not, the consequences of racial bias may still be severe and damaging.
You will be asked to explore all sorts of questions, including:
"What evidence is there that racial bias exists in modern society?"
"What are the impacts of this problem on society?"
FOUR lucky winners are selected, and each winner will receive $250!
The deadline is March 15, 2016, so hurry before it's too late!
For more information about the competition, visit the website.