Deadline: 22 November 2010
Freedom’s Sisters tells the stories of 20 outstanding African-American women who have fought for human rights from the 1800s to the present. “Meeting” each one of these women personally encourages students to explore the democratic process, to think about values, and to better understand cultural differences. The exhibition gives students the opportunity to discover and develop their own creative thinking, writing abilities and problem-solving skills. It reinforces the message that, like these 20 amazing women, everybody can be a hero. Freedom’s Sisters seeks to encourage and motivate the next generation to become leaders who will make a difference in their communities.
Who is your favorite Freedom Sister and why? What are you doing to continue her legacy? Let us know . . .
Eligible Participants:
4th – 8th grade students
Prizes:
1st place: $5,000 U. S. Savings Bond
2nd place: $2,500 U. S. Savings Bond
3rd place: $1,000 U. S. Savings Bond
1st, 2nd & 3rd runners-up: one (1) $500 U. S. Savings Bond each
Essays Should Be Mailed To:
Ford Motor Company
ATTN: Freedom’s Sisters Essay Contest – Atlanta
1 American Road – 211 WHQ, Dearborn, MI 48126
On a separate cover sheet please include: name, school, grade level, mailing address and telephone number.
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