Writing Competition

Share your ideas in PRIZE’s National Article Writing Competition and help shape Pakistan’s economic future.

National Article Writing Competition 2025

Organized by: Policy Research Initiative for Zakat-Based, Interest-Free Economy (PRIZE)

Overview

The National Article Writing Competition 2025 is a flagship youth initiative of PRIZE, designed to empower the next generation of thinkers, researchers, and leaders. This competition provides a platform for young minds to critically examine today’s exploitative financial structures and present innovative, Islamic economic alternatives rooted in justice, equity, and sustainability.

PRIZE envisions a future where zakat-based public finance and interest-free banking serve as pillars of a just and prosperous economy. Through this initiative, we invite the nation’s youth to join us in shaping economic thought that safeguards human dignity, eliminates financial crises, and establishes welfare for all.

This is more than just a competition — it is a movement towards building a fair, riba-free economy for Pakistan.

Competition Themes (Choose One)

  1. Ending Exploitative Taxation – A zakat-based system for justice, economic growth, and welfare for all.
  2. Reforming Money and Banking – How a full-reserve, interest-free system can eliminate government debt, deficits, and inflation.

Who Can Participate?

  • University students, researchers, and scholars from recognized colleges, universities, and Islamic institutions across Pakistan.
  • Especially encouraged: Students of Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Islamic Studies, and Development Studies.
  • Open for all disciplines — any student passionate about social justice and Islamic economic reform is welcome to contribute.
  • English
  • Urdu
  • Minimum: 1,500 words
  • Competition Launch: 01st September, 2025
  • Submission Deadline: 31st December, 2025
  • Results Announcement: January, 2026
  • Regional & National Conferences: December, 2025

Regional Conferences:

  • Karachi | Hamdard University
  •  Lahore | University of Management and Technology (UMT)

 

National Conference & Award Ceremony:

  • Islamabad | Riphah International University
  • 1st Prize: 100,000 + Certificate + National Recognition + Article Publication
  • 2nd Prize: 60,000 + Certificate + National Recognition + Article Publication
  • 3rd Prize: Rs. 40,000 + Certificate + National Recognition + Article Publication

 

Beyond cash awards, winners will gain:

  • National Recognition as advocates of Islamic economics
  • Publication Opportunities on PRIZE platforms
  • Certificates of Distinction to honor their contributions
  • Potential internships and collaborations with PRIZE

A Welcome from PRIZE

Thank you for your interest in the National Article Writing Competition 2025. We value your passion for contributing to a just and riba-free economic future.

Registration Process:

  • Participation in the competition requires pre-registration. You can register using the link shared below.
  • Once you have completed your article, you can submit it through the submission link shared below.
  • There is no registration fee for the competition.
  • The competition is solely aimed at promoting awareness about Zakat-Based, Interest-Free Economic Model.

 

General Guidelines:

  • Minimum length: 1,500 words
  • Languages: English or Urdu
  • Plagiarism: Maximum 20% allowed
  • Content: Must be original (AI-generated submissions will not be accepted)
  • Referencing: Proper citations where applicable
  • Submission: Only through the QR code or official link

This competition is not only about writing — it is about becoming part of a mission to transform Pakistan’s economic destiny. Through your ideas, research, and vision, you can help advance a system guided by zakat, equity, and justice.

Together, let us build an economy where prosperity is shared, exploitation is ended, and dignity is preserved.

Warm Regards,

Team PRIZE