Fourth edition of "My pen against racism and racial profiling"
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A total of 30 finalists from 16 schools in the greater Montreal area were honored at this event, which highlights young people's voices on the realities of racism and racial profiling.
The award ceremony for the 4th edition of the "Ma plume contre le racisme et le profilage racial" competition took place successfully this Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Collège de l'Assomption, in the presence of more than 100 people who came to celebrate the commitment and talent of youth.
Organized in an atmosphere that was both solemn and warm, the ceremony brought together students, parents, school staff members, elected officials, and several community guests. In total, 30 finalists from 16 schools in the greater Montreal area were honoured at this event, which highlights the voices of young people on the realities of racism and racial profiling.
Carried by LAKAY, this competition has provided, for four years, a space for expression for high school students so that they can reflect, denounce, and raise awareness through writing. Through their texts, young people contribute to fostering essential reflection on justice, inclusion, and living together.
The Jury's Favourite Award was presented to Lilyanna Gagnon, from Collège Esther-Blondin, for her text "Entre deux rives," my voice breaks the silence.
In the junior high school category, the first prize was awarded to Lila Scozzaro, from Collège Saint-Sacrement, for her poem "J'ai un rêve." The second prize was given to Fleur Sanchez, from École secondaire Robert-Gravel, for her text "Toi l'intrus."
In the senior high school category, the first prize was awarded to Anaïs Hanout, from Collège Mont-Royal, for her text "Quand la lumière apprend à parler." The second prize went to Marie Kéranne N'Guessan, from École Étoile-du-Nord, for her text "La couleur de mon rêve."
On the anglophone side, the first prize was awarded to Hafsa Bam Hamed, from École secondaire Jacques-Rousseau, for her text "A Fight for Humanity." The second prize was given to Coralie Elisabeth Antoine, from Collège de l'Assomption, for "That One Joke."
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It is important to note that this ceremony is part of the Week of Actions Against Racism, which has been held every year in Quebec for more than 20 years.
Through this initiative, LAKAY reaffirms the importance of amplifying the voices of young people and recognizing their role in the fight against racism and racial profiling.
For more information on the competition, the laureates, and previous editions, please visit our website: https://lakaymedia.org/textes-2026/