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Please remember we have a 10 minute limit

and the content must be appropriate for children.

 

🌍 What is the Ron Kovic Peace Prize? 🌍

This award is all about local and world peace. We’re looking for short films that show how non-violence can solve the world’s biggest challenges. If your film tells a powerful story about peace, this prize is for you!

Why enter?
🏆 Up to $1000 in cash prizes!
🏆 Honor the power of non-violent solutions
🏆 Showcase your film in a global festival

 

Who is Ron Kovic?
Ron Kovic is a true hero. He’s a Vietnam War veteran, author, artist, and peace activist. His life story inspired the award-winning film Born on the Fourth of July, where he was portrayed by Tom Cruise. Ron has spent over 40 years fighting for peace and showing the world that non-violence is the way forward.

 

What we’re looking for:
🎬 Short films (under 10 minutes) that promote peace
✌️ Stories of non-violent solutions
🌟 Films that inspire change

 

How to enter:
🎥 Create a short film about peace
💻 Submit your film
🌍 Spread the message of non-violence

Be a part of something bigger. Submit your film and help promote peace in our world! ✨

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VIEW THE RON KOVIC PEACE PRIZE SIZZLE

2023 Ron Kovic Peace Prize Winner - WAR

2023 Ron Kovic Youth Peace Prize Winner - Shalom Ukraine

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2023 RON KOVIC PEACE PRIZE FINALISTS

2022 Ron Kovic Peace Prize Winner - Alan Magee - Art is not a Solace

VIEW ALL OF THE 2022 FINALISTS HERE

2021 RON KOVIC PEACE PRIZE WINNER - OutSwing by Samar Minallah Khan

2020 Winner - The Peace of Wild Things by Katy Wang Poet: Wendell Berry

2020 Winner - The Curious Scroll: How Does Something Ugly Become Beautiful by Andrew Purchin