Call For Proposals
PROPOSAL CRITERIA
Proposals will be judged based on identifying and demonstrating a deep understanding of a language based challenge in the candidates’ community and a high-level summary of a proposed solution.
Not to worry - all finalists will be assisted in refining and revising their solutions at the Design Sprint.
Proposals will be judged based on how well they:
Identify a community language challenge and demonstrate a deep understanding of that issue
Identify a proposed idea for solving that challenge
Develop an understanding of the people/users in the community
Focus on meaningful community connections and consultation
Identify the benefits the solution will bring to the community
Proposals will be accepted via the Google Form in multiple formats.
Ideas include:
Video explanation
Voice notes
Slideshow presentation
Visual display of challenge & solution
Instagram Story (be sure to tag us! - @audreyprize)
And more!
Proposal submissions can be made from January 24 - March 13, 2022.
Successful candidates will be notified on April 4, 2022 and will be invited to participate in the Audrey Wearn Language Prize Virtual Design Sprint the week of April 25, 2022.
Application Form
Please submit your proposal directly through the form linked below. Proposal submission closes March 13, 2022.
Click here for a downloadable application checklist to ensure you're all set to apply!
Note: If you have trouble accessing the submission form for any reason, feel free to email a copy of the form to ceilidh@futuredesignschool.com.
Conditions of Entry
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates must be Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents or those residing in Sovereign Nations within the borders of what is currently recognized as Canada and be age 16+ as of January 1, 2022.
SELECTION PROCESS
Finalists will be selected on the basis of exceptional promise for community impact. Our selection committee will evaluate the candidates based on the judging criteria.
USE OF PRIZE GRANT
The award recipients will receive $10,000 towards implementing an actionable solution to their community challenge.