WHAT IS ASIAN ENGLISH OLYMPICS?

The Asian English Olympics (AEO) is one of Asia's most anticipated international English competitions.

This event is conducted by Bina Nusantara English Club (BNEC), an English student organization of BINUS University in Jakarta, Indonesia. We began as a National English Olympics. With the passage of time, we have evolved into an Asian-scaled competition with the purpose of developing the skills of Asian youths. The 2023 AEO drew 345 students from 6 nations to compete in 7 competition areas, including Speech, Debate, Newscasting, Storytelling, Spelling Bee, Radio Drama, and Short Story Writing.

Learning Platform, Talent Display, Competitiveness, International Ambience, Hospitality, Cultural Exchange, and Networking are the seven values that AEO upholds. As a result, AEO is a memorable event that provides you with an excellent opportunity to enhance your abilities and gain networks from youths across Asia. AEO will undoubtedly present you, remarkable individuals, with extraordinary experiences! The 2024 AEO will be held onsite on January 29 - February 3, 2024. There will be 8 fields of competition, namely Debate, Newscasting, Speech, Spelling Bee, Storytelling, Radio Drama, Short Story Writing, and Scrabble.

ABOUT ASIAN ENGLISH OLYMPICS

We are continuously spreading our impact to all youths across Asia

12

Years old

8

Competition fields

13

Participating Countries

6000

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Total Participants

This Year's Theme

Ascend Your Olympus

The official theme of the 2024 Asian English Olympics (AEO) aims to encourage personal growth and striving for one's highest aspirations and potential. It suggests that youth should aim to achieve great things in their lives, much like ascending to the legendary Mount Olympus where the Greek gods resided. This theme is motivational, urging people to pursue their goals, overcome challenges, and reach their own personal peak of success, excellence, or fulfillment. At the same time, encourages participants to look beyond the immediate and instant, guiding them towards long-term goals and lasting accomplishments. It underscores the idea that each person has their own unique "Olympus" of achievements that they can aspire to reach. Here comes the official theme of The 2024 Asian English Olympics: “Ascend Your Olympus”

Ascend

The word "Ascend" means to rise and move upward. It encourages Asian Youths to elevate, grow, and reach higher levels of themselves. It suggests a deliberate and continuous effort towards self-improvement and achieving one's goals.

Your

The word "Your" addresses the participants of the AEO, which includes Asian Youths, committees, and all other entities associated with the Asian English Olympics. It signifies and emphasizes that each participant has their unique journey, aspirations, and accomplishments

Olympus

The word "Olympus" symbolizes the pinnacle of one's potential and aspirations. It serves as a metaphor for the ultimate goals and achievements that Asian Youths can strive for in their lives. Olympus becomes a personal realm of success, unique to each person's dreams and capabilities.