Inspired by a quote from the late Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor and Nobel laureate, this year's Facing History essay contest prompt asks students to reflect on what story, book, or person has influenced their thinking about ethical decision making. With the support of Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation's Holocaust Remembrance Project, Facing History offers more than $25,000 in scholarships and awards to students and their educators. Learn more here. 

Deadline: March 15th 

Join other girls from around the world for a educational opportunity and cross-cultural experience at the 2017 WiSci Girls STEAM Camp held in Malawi from July 30 – August 15, 2017. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Design, and Mathematics. The camp will include a STEAM curriculum led by experts in their fields, as well as leadership development activities and learning excursions within Malawi. Applicants must self-identify as female and be between the ages of 15-18 to apply. Learn more here. 

Deadline: February 13th 

OLESAY Spain is supporting Generation Study Abroad students with 20 awards in 2017.The gift will fund twenty $540 scholarships for students who are pursuing a degree in one of the STEM fields. In partnership with the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), the largest public institution dedicated to research in Spain, Olesay Internships provide a unique opportunity for students in STEM disciplines to get a glimpse of advanced research. The winners of the scholarship can apply funding to the internship program of their choice. Learn more here. 

Deadline: March 31, 2017

World Learning's Digital Young Leaders Exchange Program (DYLEP) is a selective online exchange program for high school students in Iraq and the United States. Through DYLEP, students develop their leadership skills, learn how to work together with people of diverse backgrounds, and design concrete projects to address issues in their communities. Selected students will participate in DYLEP completely free of charge, and learn using videos, discussion forums, online chats, webinars, and games. Students will also meet online in small groups to exchange opinions towards global issues with students in Iraq. Interested? Check out this flyer here and visit the DYLEP website here. 

Partners of the Americas is seeking 15-17 year old students who are interested in learning more about South America, practicing Spanish, becoming better leaders, engaging in volunteer service, and connecting with youth from different ethnic, religious, and national groups. This free State Department funded summer program includes an exchange trip to Colombia, where students will explore Colombian history, environment and culture; meet with government and civic organizations; build relationships with host families; visit schools; and participate in skills-based workshops. Find out if you are eligible to apply here. 

Deadline: February 28

The 2017 Global Student Conference, a free student-organized event, will be held online on Saturday March 4th, 2017 and will feature keynote speakers and crowdsourced presentations by students in grades 6-12 and college. This year's topic is "STEM + Entrepreneurship" and the conference will provide an international forum for the presentation, discussion, and sharing of best practices in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and entrepreneurship in schools and other academic settings. Learn more here. 

Students in grades 6-12 are eligible to participate in this video contest about human population growth in relation to various global challenges. Videos should discuss how population growth impacts the issue and at least one idea for a sustainable solution. Winners are awarded up to $1000.00. Deadline for submissions is February 23rd. Learn more here. 

The organization What Kids Can Do has devised a challenge—a version of New Year's resolutions. They are inviting students and teachers (across the globe) to come together as a class and create their own unique list of small steps for a better world. Grades 7 - 12 are eligible to participate and winners will be published on-line and awarded $100.00. The deadline is February 17th. Learn more here. 

Every year, the Abdelkader Global Education Leadership Prize essay competition awards scholarship money to students. Students learn about the Middle East and Islamic culture through the legacy of humanitarian Emir Abdelkader (1808-1883), and research ethical leadership, moral courage, and humanitarian conduct. Essays are due before April 15, 2017. For more information, visit here. 

The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) and American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) are excited to announce the topic for AFSA's National High School Essay Contest. The winner of the contest will receive a $2,500 cash prize, an opportunity to meet the secretary of state and USIP leadership, and a full-tuition paid voyage with Semester at Sea.

Deadline: March 15th, 2017