VCSA is pleased to announce the Len Duong 2008 Essay Contest with the following details:

The purpose of the contest is to encourage young community activists from across the country to share their ideals in volunteerism and to encourage them to attend Len Duong camp.

Who can participate?
Everyone who is currently active in a community group and wants to attend Len Duong'08 Youth Leadership Camp is eligible to participate in the contest.

How?
Write an essay of 800-1000 words in English or Vietnamese describing the reason why you want to get involved with volunteer activities and/or community services? What inspired you to get involved in the community and what is your aspiration. You might also want to mention the reason why you want to go to Len Duong camp. You might want to share your experiences from the past Len Duong camps and what impact have it given to you (for anyone who has gone to Len Duong camp before).

When?
The deadline to submit the essay electronically will be April 22, 2008

What is the prize?
There will be three Prizes for the three best essays.

Winners will receive FREE registration fee to Camp Len Duong08 and a Plaque as the First Prize, Second Prize and Third Prize Winner of Len Duong essay contest. The winners will be presented the Prize at Len Duong08 camp.

Please send in your essay and include your full name (last name, first name), your email and your home address. You can also send an electronic copy of the essay to LD08Essay @ vcsa.org or send the hard copy to the following address:

Camp Len Duong’08 essay contest
c/o VCSA
4615 Belle Park Dr.
Houston, TX 77072