The ITU Cybersecurity and ICT Applications Essay Competition is open to current students and recent graduates in economics, political science, law, literature, telecommunications, computer science, information systems and related fields between the ages of 20 and 30. Students enrolled in Ph.D. courses are also eligible to participate. In addition to an excellent academic record, and superior writing skills, the ideal candidate is flexible and adaptable to different environments and situations, and open and respectful towards cultural diversity. The candidate should also have a demonstrated interest in matters related to cybersecurity and/or ICT applications.

The winners of the 2009 ITU Cybersecurity and ICT Applications Essay Competition will be offered the opportunity of a consultancy contract within the ITU Development Sector's ICT Applications and Cybersecurity Division for three months during the autumn of 2009 *(or as per arrangements with the winners). The winners will also be given a contribution towards the cost of an economy class flight from their place of residence. In addition, they were also paid the sum of CHF 6000 towards living expenses for the duration of the contract.

In order to participate in the competition, candidates are required to submit their applications, including curriculum vitae highlighting educational background and relevant work experience, and an essay of not more than 2000 words (1.5 line-spaced), in English, on one of the assigned essay topics. Please use this template for your essays.

All applications must be submitted online.

The topics for the 2009 ITU Cybersecurity and ICT Applications Essay Competition are as follows:

• Mobiles for Development: Enabling Low-Cost e-Applications for Rural and Remote Areas (e-Health, e-Government, e-Environment)
• Protecting Children and Youth in the Internet and Mobile Age: Innovative Technical and Social Solutions
• Connecting the World Responsibly: Empowering Women and Girls Through Creative Uses of ICTs
• Personal Information Online (internet/mobiles): Responding to User Safety Concerns

Authors are encouraged to reference their essays as appropriate.

Each author may submit one essay only.

The deadline for applications is 14 June 2009 (midnight, Geneva time GMT+2)

Remember that all applications must be submitted online using this form.

Please be informed that the deadline for submitting applications

for the 2009 ITU Cybersecurity and ICT Applications Essay Competition has passed.

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