Foster high-level thinking
Explore global topics
Strengthen writing skills
Gain confidence
Foster high-level thinking
Explore global topics
Strengthen writing skills
Gain confidence
Great opportunity!
Enrich your education by developing a global perspective
The Macau-wide English Essay Competition is a platform for students to showcase their thoughts, creative ideas, and written communication skills. Learn about the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, challenge yourself, and make a difference in your community!
Competition Theme
This year's theme is "Nature and Me"
What is our role and relationship with nature and how does it relate to The 2030 Agenda? What is your vision of a sustainable world and what can you and your community do to achieve this vision?
[ UPDATED ] The results are ready! Click the link below
Community Outreach
"Nature and Me" Sustainable Development Exhibition
We are hosting our first exhibition! Let’s explore the importance of sustainable development through the voices of Macao’s youth. Held at the Universal Gallery & Bookstore in Tap Saec Square, come visit the exhibition from July 6th – 19th! Free admission.
Essay Collection
Winning works will be published in an essay collection at the end of the competition
By embracing the voices of student stakeholders in the society, we hope to encourage the Macao community to build a more sustainable and resilient future together.
Global Dialogue
MEEC is proud to be recognized by Urban October
Hosted by UN Habitat, Urban October is an opportunity for everyone to be part of the conversation about the urban challenges and opportunities created by the rapid change in our cities, towns, and communities. Macao-wide English Essay Competition is proud to be recognized as an event advocating change as a part of Urban October, World Habitat Day, and World Cities Day.
2023-2024 Judging Panel
We thank all the judges for their time and expertise. Judges are listed alphabetically, by given name.
Andreia Ramos
Researcher
Institute of Science and Environment
University of Saint Joseph
Anna Au
Science Communicator
Standing Committee Member, Science and Technology Libraries Section, International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions
Calvin Hou Kuan Cheong
Vice President
Macau Model United Nations Promotion Association
Camila Mungói
Member
Macau Institute of Corporate Social Responsibility
Dr. Carlos Noronha
Vice President of Administrative Council
Macau Institute of Corporate Social Responsibility
Carmen Lei
Managing Director Macao Association for the Advancement of English Language Teaching
Dr. Carry Mak
Member of Administrative Council
Macau Institute of Corporate Social Responsibility
Danny Leung
Policy Advisor
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Desmond Yap
2022-23 President
Professional and Graduates Toastmasters Club
Dr. Felipe Bacalso
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Faculty of Religious Studies and Philosophy, University of Saint Joseph
Herbert Lee
English Instructor Creator of Writing Breakthrough System
José Carlos Matias
Director
Macau Business Media
Jose Weng-Chou Wong
Associate Professor in Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Macau University of Science and Technology
Vice President
Macao Tourism and Hospitality Association
Joshua Lee
Senior Instructor
English Language Centre, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, University of Macau
Dr. Laurie
Baker-Malungu
Adjunct Associate Professor University of Saint Joseph
Lisa Wong Un
Vice President Language Exchange & Culture Promotion Association
Lucia Fong
Vice Director General
Youth Association of 'The Women’s General Association of Macau'
Minerva Zhang
Architect / Interactive Designer / Technologist
Peta Ho
Chairman
Macao Tertiary Sector Promotion Association
Ruby O
Chairperson
Society of Food & Environmental Health (Macao)
Dr. Scarlett Zhang
Vice President of Supervisory Council
Macau Institute of Corporate Social Responsibility
Tam Ka Lok
English Language Teacher
Hou Kong Middle School
Tiffany Chui
Associate Public Information Officer
United Nations
Dr. Tony Wei
Prefect of Studies
CCC Kei Yuen College
Adjunct Lecturer
Curriculum and Instruction
Faculty of Education
Chinese University of Hong Kong
Trinayani Goswami
Life Coach
Un Wa Lok
President
Language Exchange & Culture Promotion Association
Vivien Chan
Executive Board Member
Macao Education Development Research Association
Wilson Yau
2020-21 District 89 Director
Toastmasters International
Event Organizers
Organizers
Macau Professional Speaking Association
Organizers
Macau Speech Professionals Association
Co-organizers
Language Exchange & Culture Promotion Association
Society of Food & Environmental Health
Sustainable Development Association
Co-organizers
Language Exchange & Culture Promotion Association
Society of Food & Environmental Health
Sustainable Development Association
Supervisor
Supervisor
Advisor
United Nations University Institute in Macau
Advisor
United Nations University Institute in Macau
Platinum Sponsor
Macao Foundation
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsor
Henry Fok Foundation
The Macao Water Supply Company Ltd.
Award Ceremony Venue Supporter
Macao Science Center
Platinum Sponsor
Macao Foundation
Gold Sponsors
3UP Digital
Banco Nacional Ultramarino, S.A.
British Chamber of Commerce
in Macao
Empress Jewellery
Silver Sponsors
Henry Fok Foundation
The Macao Water Supply Company Ltd.
Award Ceremony Venue Supporter
Macao Science Center
Media Partners
Media Partners
Cultural Affairs
Bureau
Macau Meteorological and Geophysics Bureau
Associação Académica
Sol Matinal
Associação de Educação de Macau
Association for Study and Innovation
Best Buddies Macao
Chinese Youth Advancement Association
General Association
of Chinese Students
of Macao
Supporters
GreenFriends Macau
Macao Library & Information Management Association
Macao Tourism and Hospitality Association
Macao Youth Media
Association
Macau Association for the Advancement of Diversified Development
Macau for Waste Reduction
Macau Institute for CSR in Greater China
Macau Model United Nations Promotion Association
Macau Ricci Institute
Professional & Graduates Toastmasters Club
Sin Meng Youth Committee
The Macau Psychology Association
Youth Association of 'The Women’s General Association of Macau'
Zero Distance
Cooperative
Supporters
Cultural Affairs Bureau
Macao Meteorological and Geophysics Bureau
Associação Académica
Sol Matinal
Associação de Educação de Macau
Association for Study and Innovation
Best Buddies Macao Association
Chinese Youth Advancement Association
General Association of Chinese Students of Macao
GreenFriends Macau
Macao Library & Information Management Association
Macao Tourism and Hospitality Association
Macao Youth Media Association
Macau Association for the Advancement of Diversified Development
Macau for Waste Reduction
Macau Institute for CSR in Greater China
Macau Model United Nations Promotion Association
Macau Ricci Institute
Professional and Graduates Toastmasters Club
Sin Meng Youth Committee
The Macau Psychology Association
Youth Association of 'The Women's General Association of Macau'
Zero Distance Cooperative
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
