Academics Stand Against Poverty (ASAP)

The Nelson Mandela Essay Prize is organized by Academics Stand Against Poverty (ASAP), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting academic research and contributing to sustainable development in Africa and the developing world. The organization focuses on supporting students and young researchers through competitions, grants, and fellowships, encouraging them to think critically and develop practical solutions to developmental and social challenges. ASAP aims to strengthen research-based education, empower youth to make a positive impact in their communities, and uphold the values embodied by Nelson Mandela, such as social justice, human rights, and active citizenship.