The Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition 2026 is now open for submissions. The theme for this year’s competition is Common Ground: Better Together!
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition Name | Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition 2026 (QCWC) |
| Organizer | Royal Commonwealth Society |
| Type | International Writing Competition |
| Eligibility | • Commonwealth nationals or residents • Must be under 18 years on deadline |
| Entry Fee | Free |
| Opening Date | 4 March 2026 |
| Deadline | 30 April 2026 |
| Theme (2026) | “Common Ground: Better Together” |
| Categories | Junior (under 14) Senior (14–18 years) |
| Word Limit | Junior: up to 750 words Senior: up to 1500 words |
| Submission Format | Essay, story, poem, letter, article |
| Language | English |
| Entries Allowed | One per participant |
| Selection Criteria | Creativity, originality, relevance to theme |
| Awards | Regional winners + one overall winner |
| Prize Benefits | Certificates, global recognition, possible UK event invitation |
| Rules | Original work only, no AI-generated content, must follow theme |
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