๐ Open Call for International Participants: 2nd International Contest "Russia โ Country of Traditional Values" We are pleased to invite individuals from all over the world to participate in the 2nd International Contest "Russia โ Country of Traditional Values", which has officially expanded its horizons to welcome global voices this year. The initiative aims to foster intercultural dialogue and highlight the universal nature of core human values: strong family ties, friendship, mutual assistance, respect for elders, patriotism, and historical memory. ๐ Who Can Participate? Age: 7 years and older. Geography: Open to residents of all countries worldwide. Format: Entries must be bilingual (prepared in Russian and any foreign language). ๐จ Contest Nominations: 1โฃ"Story about a traditional value" (page-presentation) 2โฃ"Traditional values in frames" (video) 3โฃ"Traditional values in a drawing" ๐ Special Nomination from the Department of Information and Press of the Russian MFA. ๐ Special Partner Nominations (including a transport-themed category). ๐ Awards & Opportunities: For All Participants & Mentors: Electronic certificates and letters of thanks. A special "Mentor-Winner" prize will be awarded to the foreign mentor with the highest number of qualifying entries. For Winners: Diplomas, sponsor gifts, and potential media coverage on TV and global press. For Young Winners (Ages 7โ17): A trip to the "Children's Republic 'Polenovo". Global Visibility: The best transport-related entries will be displayed on over 1,000 digital screens across public transport networks in Russia. Event: All participants are invited to the official award ceremony at the National Centre "Russia" in Moscow. ๐ Entries are accepted until 20 December 2026 on the website www.youthy.ru. Traditional values: strengthening traditions, building the future!