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Essay Prompt:
The world is undergoing major changes that will impact everyone, including you! Climate change is causing people to migrate due to rising sea levels and more extreme weather. At the same time, advancements in AI and automation are transforming the job market, creating new opportunities in fields like technology, medicine, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, as people live longer, resources are being stretched, and the traditional concept of work is being challenged, with many potentially working into their 70s.
In 1000 words or less, choose one of the following global shifts and explain how it is impacting a specific country or region:
- Climate Change and the increase in extreme weather events worldwide.
- The Transformation of Jobs due to AI and automation replacing traditional roles.
- Aging Populations and what it might be like to work in a world where people are living and working longer.
- Other – if there is another major change you believe is shaping societies today.
Discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with this change. Provide one example to address how your country of choice can prepare to ensure that its citizens can thrive in the future?
NOTE: All essays submitted will be evaluated using AI detection tools. If your essay is found to have over 10% AI-generated content, it will be disqualified from the competition. Please ensure that your work is original and authentic.