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Essay Competition: Solidarity

This essay competition aimed to inspire young people learning German in the USA to explore the meaning of solidarity in today's world by examining how collective action can help address global challenges. Participants were encouraged to critically engage with the concept of solidarity and apply it with innovative ideas and new perspectives on transatlantic relations and social responsibility. Essays could be submitted in English or German. 

Explore the award-winning essays below for insight and inspiration.

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An Essay in English
 Intracommunal versus Intercommunal Solidarity: Risks and Opportunities for Democracy on Social Media

First place goes to Natalie Kim of Stuyvesant High School in New York City, NY.
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An Essay in English
 Solidarity: Connection Through Art

Second place goes to Sophie Rapuano of Stuyvesant High School in New York City, NY.
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An Essay in German
 Solidarity (No Title)

Third place goes to Hailey Meade of West Allegheny Senior High School in Imperial, PA.
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An Essay in German
 Solidarität und ihre Unterschiede

First place goes to Isa Hayes of the University of North Alabama, AL.
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An Essay in German
 Die Darstellung von Solidarität im Film

Second place goes to Landon Hill of the University of North Alabama, AL.
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An Essay in German
 Darstellung von Solidarität

Third place goes to Griffin Lee of the University of North Alabama, AL.