New jersey launches anti-bias youth competition

New Jersey Launches Anti-Bias Youth Competition

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November 20, 2024
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TRENTON, NJ – The Office of the Attorney General and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) announced the “No Hate in the Garden State Youth Competition” aimed at combating bias and discrimination across New Jersey. This initiative invites middle and high school students to develop projects that tackle bias within their communities.

As part of a broader campaign launched earlier this year, “No Hate in the Garden State,” seeks to address increasing bias incidents and crimes. The campaign is funded federally and highlights elementary and secondary schools as the most common settings for bias incidents in the state.

The competition encourages students to create projects or events that focus on combating hate and celebrating New Jersey’s diversity. Possible projects include social media campaigns, cultural celebrations, and educational workshops designed to raise awareness and inspire change.

Participants, required to be New Jersey residents in grades 6 through 12, will enhance their civil rights knowledge and leadership abilities through DCR-led virtual trainings. Project proposals must be submitted by January 13, 2025. Additional details are available on the competition’s website.

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