Complete this form to submit your essay for the 2015 GV Summit advocacy essay competition.

In 800-1400 words, your essay should explain -- in plain language -- the real-world effects of an Internet-related policy on citizens in a specific country or region. The policy could come from a government, an international regulatory body or a technology company. Explain how the policy affects citizens (activists, bloggers, journalists or others) using the Internet to increase public access to information, ensure government accountability, or promote human rights.

Submissions are due at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (UTC-7) on December 7, 2014.