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health and
temperence
The Health and Temperance Contest is a formal event expected of formal settings should be upheld. The 2024

ZEUC Health and Temperance Contest recognizes the use of all official languages in Zimbabwe which means

our youths can make use of English or any of our local languages like Shona. Candidates however will not be

allowed to mix the languages in their presentations that is an English speech should not include any Shona

words or the reverse.

There is need to ensure inclusivity in our Health and Temperance Contests as such clubs should make an

effort to include persons living with disabilities in the contest. A moderator shall determine the use of assistive

technology, cue cards and other tools that the candidates may require to present their facts to the audience.

Judging criteria shall also be adjusted taking into consideration the unique challenges and strengths of

participants with special needs. Adjustment of time and the use of sign language are possible ways that can be

used to ensure that those living with disability are included in the contest. Candidates living with disabilities

will be allowed to bring other individuals in the event that they require assistance in their presentation.

1. Speeches
The objective of this format is to allow the youth to present facts on a chosen topic in a formal address or

discourse delivered to a physical audience while exhibiting the public speaking abilities of the youth.

Candidates are required to make a formal address or discourse to the audience presenting the facts of their

chosen topic following the rules of public speaking. Speeches should fully explore the subject in a way that

enables the audience understands it better while ensuring that the information being given is factual.

Information should be researched from credible sources and conspiracy theories are strongly discouraged as

this may continue to perpetuate false information. Marks are also going to be awarded for diction, grammar,

gestures and the use of audio visual aids (including Powerpoint). Below is the time allocation expected for

each club

Adventurer : 3 minutes
 Pathfinders : 4 minutes

Ambassadors and Young Adults : 5 minutes

2. Social Media
It's great to see a focus on using social media to spread the message of health and temperance among young

people. Here's a suggestion for the presentation format:

1. Choose a Topic: Candidates taking part in this social media category will also be using the same topics as those

being used by candidates in the physical contests..

2. Engaging Presentation Styles: Candidates can explore various presentation styles such as short speeches,

storytelling, demonstrations, interviews, or even creating catchy and informative infographics, animations or any

other. We await to see how far creative you can become …

3. Follow Time Limit: The presentations should be concise, within three to five minutes across all clubs, ensuring

that the content is engaging and holds the audience's attention.

4. Use Social Media Platforms: Upload the presentations on popular social media platforms like Facebook,

Instagram, or TikTok. Consider using hashtags related to health and temperance to increase reach and engagement.

Candidates are to upload their presentations on the day of their federation physical contest …

5. Authentic and Factual Content: Emphasize the importance of presenting factual and scientifically-proven

information. Candidates should avoid spreading misinformation or conspiracy theories.

6. Tagging Requirements: When posting the presentations, candidates should tag the relevant youth pages,

including the Zeuc youth page, their respective Conference Youth page, and their Federation Youth Pages.

7. Evaluation Criteria: Marks will be awarded based on the number of engagements, creativity of the presentation,

and the content itself. Ensure that candidates are aware of these criteria when preparing their presentations.

8. Coordination with Conferences: Conferences should be responsible for selecting the best performances (one

candidate per topic) and submitting the videos to the ZEUC Media and Communication Coordinator for further

promotion and selection of the best between conferences presentations.

By following these guidelines, candidates can effectively use social media as a platform to spread the

Adventist Health Message to a wider audience and engage with the youth in an interactive and meaningful
 way.

3. Research Paper
The objective of this format is to give candidates an opportunity to showcase their research and literary skills while

sharing factual information with readers. The research paper should reflect a high level of research and should

follow the rules of formal writing that include the correct use of grammar, diction, correct citation and literary

devices. Research should be done by using credible sources. Candidates will be expected to submit their research

papers one week before the Health and Temperance Contest to the leaders for assessment by specialists. The

following will be the length of the research papers in printed pages

Adventurers : 1 page

Pathfinders : 3 pages

Ambassadors and Young Adults : 4 pages

The 2024 Health and Temperance Topics will be focused on the following
themes:

1. Drug abuse

2. Diet

3. Mental health

ADVENTURER TOPICS (4-9 years)

1. The role of food in health and healing.

2. Can watching television be bad for my health? Discuss.

3. I can play with friends with disabilities.

4. “Help! I am being bullied”

PATHFINDER TOPICS (10-15 years)

1. Abusing drugs involves much more than just street drugs. Discuss

2. Discuss the relationship between mental health and spirituality.

3. Intemperate eating is a sure precursor of disease. Elaborate on the validity of this statement.

4. Discuss disability challenges in churches and society.

AMBASSADOR TOPICS (16-21 years)

1. Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness. Discuss ways society can help people with such
disorders.

2. Health complications beyond the mind: The physical impact.

3. What are the dangers of food additives and compounds in our diet?

4. Discuss ways the church can assist people living with disabilities.

YOUNG ADULTS (22years+)

1. Can one still have a healthy diet on a low budget?

2. Identifying signs of mental illness is not an easy task. Discuss ways of identifying early warning signs of mental
illness and how best to assist when those signs are identified.

3. To what extent are dietary supplements necessary for a healthy diet?

4. Discuss stigma towards persons with disabilities.

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For feedback contact McDonald Dube on 0778 497 524

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