Hello everyone,

We are delighted to congratulate Tariq Lawal on being recognized as Champion in the Middle East & Africa region in the Harvard Political Review Essay Competition 2026.

We are also honored to have him as one of the recipients of Inspire Youth Journal’s Honorary Ambassador title: https://inspireyouthjournal.org/tariq-lawal-ambassadors/

The Honorary Ambassador for Inspire Youth Journal is a prestigious title for youth who can connect young people worldwide who care about global issues and peace. More information is available here:  https://inspireyouthjournal.org/honorary-ambassador/ and https://inspireyouthjournal.org/ambassadors-global/

Tariq was honored with the Diana Award in 2024. He also earned a Commendation in the Psychology category of the John Locke Institute 2024 Global Essay Prize and received a Silver Award in the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024, organized by the Royal Commonwealth Society. We have highlighted these achievements in our Hall of Fame: https://inspireyouthjournal.org/tariq-lawal-other-achievements/

We’re incredibly proud of him and wish him continued success in his studies and beyond.

Sincerely,
The INSPIRE YOUTH JOURNAL Team
Global Platform for Youth Journalism