The Precipice: Existential Risk and the Future of Humanity by Toby Ord, a philosopher at Oxford University, discusses some of the most important issues of our time. It raises awareness about existential risks, which are risks that threaten humanity’s long-term potential. Addressing these risks may be among the most pressing moral issues of our time.
To enter, students read the book and then write an essay of up to 1,200 words. Further details and the essay prompts are available on the contest website.