Your Story Deserves the Spotlight
Have you ever heard a story so powerful it stayed with you forever? Maybe it was something your grandmother told you, or a moment in your life that changed everything. Project Memorial invites you to turn those memories into something lasting. This is your chance to write the story only you can tell—and let the world hear it.
Win More Than Prizes, Win Purpose
Yes, there are cash prizes, publishing opportunities, and mentorship, but what if the real reward is seeing your culture reflected, your roots honored, and your voice celebrated? By entering, you’re not just competing—you’re preserving history and creating something that can inspire generations to come.
Be the Voice of a New Generation
This is bigger than just writing, it’s about reclaiming identity and shaping the future. Young Africans and African diasporan are stepping up to tell stories that matter. Join them. Whether you have written before or are just getting started, Project Memorial is your opportunity to rise, speak, and lead through storytelling.
Your Mission: Shape the New Narrative
Your mission is to create a powerful story inspired by our Legacy Archive or your own lived experience. We are looking for bold, authentic stories that challenge old perspectives and imagine a new future.
How to Enter:
Submit your work in one of our three core categories:
- The Written Word ✍️ (Short stories, poetry, creative non-fiction)
- The Spoken Word 🎧 (Podcasts, spoken-word audio, narrative monologues)
- The Visual Story 🎬 (Short films, documentaries, or animation shot on a smartphone)
Win More Than a Prize: Win a Platform & a Future
We recognize and reward our winners with opportunities that build careers and create leaders.
The Grand Prize: The Diasporan Memorial Scholarship:
The overall winner will be awarded a significant financial grant to be used for their education, professional creative equipment, or to fund their next major project.
Invitation to the Leadership Program:
All top finalists will be invited to become WeDiasporan Ambassadors. This is the ultimate prize: an opportunity to receive advanced training and mentor the next generation.
The Legacy Collection Showcase:
The work of all finalists will be professionally curated and featured in our annual Diaspora Memorial Legacy Collection, showcased to our global audience and partners.
“When young people write our stories, they keep our culture alive—and create new ones for tomorrow.”
This is more than a prize. It’s your chance to light the torch of cultural memory and carry it forward—boldly, creatively, and proudly.
The Next Contest Launches Soon.
The Storytelling Challenge is the bridge to the final phase of your journey: The Peer-to-Peer Leadership Program. This is your chance to turn your creative success into real-world impact. Are you ready?