2026 English Social Solutions Contest Information
Congratulations to the 2026 ESSC Winners!
First Prize: Team Safety Link
Second Prize: Sharon Caroline Adam
Third Prize: L.I.N.K.
Special Prize Environment Sustainability Crédit Agricole CIB Prize:
Sharon Caroline Adam
Special Prize AUdacious Pathways Education:
Team Alchemists and Team BridgeUp
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Open to students currently enrolled in Senior high schools, Vocational high schools, colleges or universities in Taiwan
Topic: The Most Pressing Challenge for Today's Youth
or
A Proposed Social Solution for Aging Society Problems
First Round: Friday, January 30, 2026 at 12:00 pm (noon) (Video Submission deadline)
Semi-Final and Final: Saturday, March 14, 2026 (In-Person Presentation)
at Importers and Exporters Association of Taipei (IEAT)
9:00 am - 4 pm (registration from 8:30 am)
TOP PRIZE: NTD50,000
Second Prize: NTD30,000
Third Prize: NTD10,000
Special Prize for Environment Sustainability Proposals:
Environment Sustainability Crédit Agricole CIB Prize (1 team): NT$30,000 + potentially internships or "discovery expeditions" at Crédit Agricole CIB
Special Prize: NT$10,000 each for two teams sponsored by
AUdacious Pathways Education
Entering the Contest as a team
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We encourage contestants to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets to develop creative and unique solutions to current issues. Teams may consist of 1 to 3 members.
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If you choose to enter as a team, all members must be present at the presentation. Any absence may result in disqualification unless prior written approval is obtained from RC Taipei.
Submission Requirements
First Round - Video Submission to taipeirc@gmail.com by Friday, January 30th, 2026 at 12 pm (noon)
Requirements are:
- The issue and solution concept must be presented in English.
- The video should be 5–7 minutes long with good audiovisual quality.
- The video must clearly identify the need and the problem.
- The video should present a solution to a current situation requiring change. It should also include the following relevant information:
- A list of stakeholders, detailing their needs (e.g., beneficiaries, partnerships, investors, etc.).
- Name(s) of the individual contestant or team members, including a short résumé.
- A plan of execution, including budget and time frame.
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A PowerPoint document with detailed judging criteria can be downloaded from the RCT website: https://rctaipei.org.tw/page/supplemental-tools-for-your-reference
Semi-final and Final Presentation – Saturday, March 14th, 2026
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Qualifiers for Semi-Final and Final Rounds: Contestants advancing from the Preliminaries will compete on March 14, 2026.
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The Semi-Final and Final Rounds will be held on-site at the Importers and Exporters Association of Taipei (IEAT).
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Presentation Guidelines: Each individual or team will have 10 minutes for their presentation without interruption from the judges.
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Points will be deducted if the presentation exceeds 10 minutes or is less than 7 minutes.
Contest Rules and Regulations
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Open to students currently enrolled in Senior high schools, Vocational high schools, colleges or universities in Taiwan.
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Teams may consist of 1 to 3 members.
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Business casual is the preferred attire for the contest.
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It is not mandatory for all team members to speak during the presentation, but every member must be present on stage and actively participate in the entire event.
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Presentations may include any audio or visual aids the team deems appropriate.
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RCT will provide a computer equipped with PowerPoint software and a projector.
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Teams requiring proprietary software or specialized equipment for their presentation must provide and install it themselves.
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Contestants must refrain from using cellphones or mobile devices during the contest to ensure fairness for all participants.
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Contestants may observe other presentations only after completing their own.
Register HERE !
