Applications are already open for November Cycle of the Allard Prize Photography Competition 2019. The bi-annual Allard Prize Photography Competition, which recognizes photographic excellence reflecting the ideals of the Allard Prize, is adjudicated by the Allard Prize Committee and Maxe Fisher, Associate Professor, Faculty of Design + Dynamic Media, Emily Carr University of Art + Design.
Photographers are enouraged to submit entries year-round. Entries should reflect themes of courage and leadership in combating corruption, especially through promoting transparency, accountability, the rule of law, and of human rights and/or anti-corruption generally. We also particularly welcome entries that depict corruption and human rights violations in the developed world.
Winners are selected twice a year, shortly following the submission deadlines of May 1st and November 1st. Winning photographs are announced on their galleries page and promoted on their social media channels.
Benefits
- Each winning photograph will receive CAD $1,000 and be featured on the Allard Prize website, with a brief description and the photographer’s name, for six months.
- Winning entries will be archived as a past winner on the website afterward.
Eligibilities
- The competition is only open to individuals who have reached the age of majority in their country of residence at the time of entry.
- Members of the Allard Prize Photography Competition Jury, the Allard Prize Committee and the Allard Prize Advisory Board are not eligible to participate during their terms as Jury, Committee or Advisory Board members and for one year following the end of their terms.
Application Process
- Apply online through the given link.
- The current deadline for the Allard Prize Photography Competition is November 2, 2019 at 6:59 AM UTC. Any submissions received after this date and time will automatically be considered for the May 2020 cycle.
Application Deadline: November 2, 2019
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