Welcome, young creators and allies around the world, Across continents we see a world under strain—nations divided, climates shifting, children going to bed hungry, and communities losing trust. It is easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet there is something stronger than fear, deeper than despair, and brighter than the darkest night: hope. Hope is not a whisper of a dream; it is a living force that has carried humanity through its hardest hours. It is the courage that fought for freedom, the vision that reached the moon, and the unity that tore down walls once thought unbreakable. At Hope Rising World, we devote ourselves to ten essential hopes: Peace, Climate Restoration, Ending Hunger, Education for All, Healthcare Access, Justice, Ethical Technology, Community Renewal, Responsible Leadership, and Love with Reconciliation. These are not simply ideals; they are urgent calls to action. Through music that uplifts, films that reveal truth, and creative projects that bring people together, we work to heal wounds, inspire minds, and unite hearts. We stand with the most vulnerable—homeless children, adoptees, and struggling families—creating opportunities for education, dignity, and belonging. This year, we invite you to join our global creative challenge. Write with both mind and heart. Treat AI not as a substitute for your voice, but as an ally that helps you investigate, imagine, and build. We are seeking essays and poems that breathe—living words for a living Earth—carrying care and clarity, responsibility and resolve. May your voice rise. May hope take flight. And may your work help the Earth keep living. With respect and anticipation, Oshell Oh CEO & Founder, Hope Rising World

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